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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In how many days is the dreaded thing set to arrive according to the husband and wife?
(a) 8 days.
(b) 3 days.
(c) 6 days.
(d) 2 days.

2. The woman and her husband fear the arrival of which of the following?
(a) Thunderstorms.
(b) Full moon.
(c) Friday the 13th.
(d) Her mother.

3. Which character turns up missing shortly after speaking with the inspector?
(a) Housekeeper.
(b) Client.
(c) Victim.
(d) Wife.

4. What was the name of the building in which the flat was located?
(a) Wilshire House.
(b) Montgomery Manor.
(c) Montagu Mansions.
(d) Marsdon Leigh.

5. In what city was the flat located?
(a) Ipswich.
(b) London.
(c) Knightsbridge.
(d) Norfolk.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of documents were stolen?

2. What company is Poirot going to be affiliated with in the story?

3. From whom was the Western Star purchased?

4. Who was waiting outside for Poirot to solve the case?

5. Who is the character seen out of the hotel window?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who is the woman seen on the street by Poirot and his companion? Why is she known to Poirot?

2. What two occurrences are scheduled to take place on the same day?

3. How were the bonds secured to prevent theft? What special precaution was taken?

4. What is the purpose of Mary Marvell's visit to Poirot? What does the woman bring to show Poirot?

5. How did the goods originally come into Ridgeway's possession? Who turned the goods over to Ridgeway?

6. What event causes an uproar during the dinner at Marsdon Manor? Who informs the diners of the disturbance?

7. At Marsdon Manor Poirot meets Captain Black, a friend of Mr. and Mrs. Maltraverse. What does Poirot learn from Captain Black in regards to Maltraverse's death?

8. Why is the new tenant anxious about moving into the cheap flat?

9. Who visits Hastings in Poirot's absence? What is strange about the encounter?

10. What is the first step in investigating the case for Poirot and Hastings?

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