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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. Who is with Nick to greet the guests?

2. What is Seton's most prized vehicle?

3. How many shots were fired during the fireworks?

4. Nick has misplaced her will but tells Poirot it may be in the _____.

5. How long has it been since Nick met Michael?

Short Essay Questions

1. Explain the arrival and introduction of Maggie.

2. What is Poirot's explanation regarding Nick's opportunity to gain from Seton's death? What was the purpose behind Nick's "accidents?"

3. Discuss the meeting between Poirot and Charles Vyse.

4. Explain where Poirot and Hastings see Nick. What is the impression the men get of the young woman and her friend?

5. Explain Poirot's initial thoughts about the people residing at End House.

6. What about the conversation with Ellen strikes Poirot as being odd?

7. Explain the opening scene with Poirot and Hastings at the hotel.

8. Why is Poirot angry with himself over Maggie's murder?

9. Under what circumstances does Poirot meet Nick?

10. What caused Poirot to make a new deduction about Nick's secret? What telltale thing did Nick say to tip off Poirot?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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?

Essay Topic 2

First impressions play a large part in the story. When Nick Buckley sees Poirot for the first time she develops a plan to involve him in the plot. Explain how Poirot would have assessed his first impression of Nick, Freddie, Challenger, and Lazarus. Are Poirot's assessments correct? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

Inspector Japp is always attempting to keep up with Poirot or even exceed the Belgian detective's crime solving skills. Unfortunately, Japp is always at least one step behind Poirot. Compare and contrast Inspector Japp and Hercule Poirot, their skill set, and successes in solving crimes.

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