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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 7, The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who calls Holmes in "The Boscombe Valley Mystery?"
(a) John Turner.
(b) Dr. Watson.
(c) Detective Lestrade.
(d) James McCarthy.

2. What hours does Wilson work in his job for the Red-Headed League?
(a) 7-7.
(b) 8-5.
(c) 2-4.
(d) 10-4.

3. In "The Red-Headed League," what does Holmes believe is the reason for Wilson's job?
(a) To keep Wilson away from his shop.
(b) To use as a tax shelter.
(c) To court his mistress.
(d) To buy Wilson's business.

4. From which country do Turner and McCarthy know each other?
(a) Australia.
(b) Germany.
(c) India.
(d) United States.

5. In "The Red-Headed League," what does Holmes ask Watson to bring with him at night?
(a) His revolver.
(b) A bottle of gin.
(c) Money.
(d) A knife.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the end of the case, what happens to the Red-Headed League?

2. What is Watson doing when he receives a telegram from Holmes in "The Boscombe Valley Mystery?"

3. Why is Mr. WIndbank frequently away from home?

4. In "The Man with the Twisted Lip," what is unusual when Watson first meets Holmes?

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

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