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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. What is Freddie's reason for being with Lazarus?
2. What part of Nick's car was intentionally damaged?
3. Nick invites Poirot to End House for which event?
4. What item is allegedly used to poison Nick?
5. Where will Nick be sent to ensure her safety?
Short Essay Questions
1. What caused Poirot to make a new deduction about Nick's secret? What telltale thing did Nick say to tip off Poirot?
2. Explain the relationships between the people Poirot saw lunching with Nick.
3. What is Nick's secret? Why is it a secret?
4. Explain the opening scene with Poirot and Hastings at the hotel.
5. What confession does Freddie make to Poirot?
6. Who is Michael Seton? What is his role in the story thus far?
7. Who is suggested as being a suitable companion for Nick during this time of crisis?
8. Examine the conversation regarding Michael Seton.
9. Why is Poirot angry with himself over Maggie's murder?
10. How did Nick come by her unusual moniker?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Given Poirot's initial encounter with Nick Buckley, do you think that the meeting is an accident or do you think it was somehow planned by Buckley? What is Poirot's initial reaction to Buckley? Are Poirot's initial impressions of the girl correct? What begins to change Poirot's mind about Buckley? How does Hastings react toward Buckley during that first meeting?
Essay Topic 2
Throughout Agatha Christie's mysteries, there are almost always staff members or servants of some kind. This is especially important in "Peril at End House." In this instance, Ellen clearly knows more than she is willing to share. The same can be said of Ellen's husband and son. Examine how servants play an important role in the lives of the characters as well as in the stories. Why does Christie use this method of introducing characters? Is the use of servants a part of every day life for this type of main characters or are they used to distract the reader? In murder mysteries, servants are often used as scapegoats. Is this an accurate portrayal? What is required of the servants upon being employed? Is the employer's level of trust given automatically or does it have to be earned?
Essay Topic 3
The relationship between Freddie Price and Jim Lazarus is never fully disclosed. What do you think is really happening behind the scenes? Do you think Freddie's husband knows about the relationship? Is the relationship the reason Freddie's husband threatens to kill her? Does Freddie's husband bear any ill will toward Lazarus? Does Lazarus know about Freddie's drug habit? How might he react to the news? Do you think the couple will get married as planned? Will any charges be filed against Freddie?
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