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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 4, The Boscombe Valley Mystery.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After Holmes accepts Wilson's case in "The Red-Headed League," what does he do to help him think about the case?
(a) Take a walk.
(b) Meditate.
(c) Play the violin.
(d) Smoke a pipe.

2. What is the address of Holmes' apartment?
(a) 221B Baker Street.
(b) 1212A Mystery Street.
(c) 342C Butcher Street.
(d) 4235D Baker Road.

3. What date does Charles McCarthy make an appointment at the Boscombe Valley pool?
(a) July 24th.
(b) May 7th.
(c) June 15th.
(d) June 3rd.

4. At the end of the case, what happens to the Red-Headed League?
(a) It is dissolved.
(b) It is brought up on tax evasion.
(c) It continues on with a new leader.
(d) Holmes becomes the new leader.

5. In "The Red-Headed League," besides Peter Jones, who meets with Watson and Holmes?
(a) Mr. Windbanks.
(b) Mr. Merryweather.
(c) Mr. Smith.
(d) Mr. Wilson.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does the Red-Headed League place an advertisement for employment?

2. In "The Boscombe Valley Mystery," which character is found dead?

3. "A Case of Identity" begins with Holmes and Watson discussing the strangeness of _______________________.

4. What hours does Wilson work in his job for the Red-Headed League?

5. How much does Wilson earn in his job for the Red-Headed League?

(see the answer key)

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