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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Helen hear on the morning she went to see Sherlock Holmes?
(a) A high whistling.
(b) A metal clanging.
(c) Maniacal laughter.
(d) A cranking wood sound.

2. What is unique about the case written about in this book?
(a) It was solved by someone else.
(b) It was very unusual.
(c) It was never solved.
(d) It took longer than usual to solve.

3. What does Holmes say when Helen finishes her story?
(a) We can help you, and soon.
(b) You should have come sooner.
(c) We haven't a moment to lose.
(d) This is all so confusing.

4. What is the young lady's step-father's occupation?
(a) Doctor.
(b) Architect.
(c) Gentleman.
(d) Politician.

5. Where does Holmes see bruises on Helen?
(a) Her wrists.
(b) Her fingers.
(c) Her face.
(d) Her ankles.

Short Answer Questions

1. During what month does this book begin?

2. How does the visitor describe Holmes's ability to know so much about her without her saying anything?

3. Who are the young lady's step-father's only friends?

4. What caused the bruising on Helen?

5. How did Holmes know the visitor took a dog carriage early that morning?

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