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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 9, The Adventures of the Engineer's Thumb.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Mrs. St. Clair receive from her husband letting her know he is alright?
(a) A pocketwatch and boots.
(b) A flower and vase.
(c) A letter and his ring.
(d) A book and a feather.

2. In "The Man with the Twisted Lip," why do Holmes and Watson travel to the police house?
(a) To see Hugh Boone.
(b) To post bail for Isa Whitney.
(c) To apply for a job.
(d) To talk to the detective.

3. How do Sutherland and Angel communicate?
(a) They write each other letters.
(b) They don't communicate.
(c) They meet in secret.
(d) They talk by telephone.

4. Which of the following characters is not in "A Case of Identity?"
(a) Mr. Jabez Wilson.
(b) Mr. Hosmer Angel.
(c) Mr. Windbanks.
(d) Miss Sutherland.

5. What is the relationship between Sutherland and Windbank?
(a) Windbank is Sutherland's stepfather.
(b) Sutherland is Windbank's maid.
(c) Sutherland is Windbank's mother.
(d) Windbank os Sutherland's father.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "The Adventures of the Engineer's Thumb," why does the main character go to see Watson?

2. In "The Adventures of the Engineer's Thumb," what does the engineer try to fix?

3. Once Isa Whitney is found, what must Watson do before he leaves?

4. Who is Holmes' client in "The Adventures of the Engineer's Thumb?"

5. In "The Man with the Twisted Lip," what is found in the water?

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