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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1, Part 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What famous reporter has <i>The Daily Beast</i> recently lost to a competitor?
(a) Hitchcock.
(b) Jakes.
(c) Boot.
(d) Corker.

2. Which member of the Boot household is the richest in ready cash?
(a) The Widow Boot.
(b) Nannie Price.
(c) Nannie Bloggs.
(d) The Elder Widow Boot.

3. What unfortunately happens to William's first passport?
(a) It is lost.
(b) It is dropped in a river.
(c) It is burned.
(d) It has a terrible photo.

4. How many members of the Boot family live in Boot Magna Hall?
(a) Twelve.
(b) Six.
(c) Ten.
(d) Eight.

5. What animal does the Captain of the <i>Francmacon</i>'s wife keep as a pet?
(a) A lethargic snake.
(b) A hairless dog.
(c) A screaming monkey.
(d) A frisky cat.

Short Answer Questions

1. What sort of car does Mrs. Stitch drive?

2. To where does William walk after returning to his hotel, following the incident in Croydon?

3. For what paper does Mr. Pappenhacker work?

4. What is the name of the companion's valet on the train?

5. What phrase does Corker tell William to cable back to London regarding Aden's military preparedness?

(see the answer key)

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