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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Tragedy at Marsdon Manor.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the woman bring with her when she visits Poirot at the hotel?
(a) A baby.
(b) Threatening letters.
(c) Greetings from home.
(d) Gold coins.

2. What is broken when there is a loud commotion and crash from outside the room?
(a) Decanter.
(b) Tea cup.
(c) Window.
(d) Crockery.

3. What did the woman think she saw that caused her to be so frightened?
(a) Rat.
(b) Prowler.
(c) Ghost.
(d) Spider.

4. When the man approached the group, what was on his face?
(a) Mask.
(b) Jam.
(c) Cobwebs.
(d) Blood.

5. What appears on Mrs. Maltraverse's hand after the person came into the room?
(a) Cuts.
(b) Sweat.
(c) Rash.
(d) Blood.

Short Answer Questions

1. From whom was the Western Star purchased?

2. Who advised the woman to seek Poirot's help with the case?

3. Poirot and the husband also meet two men at the hotel. Which agency did the two men represent?

4. The story of the Western Star most likely originated in which country?

5. What is the surname of Poirot's friend in "The Adventure of the Western Star?"

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