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

2. Who is the narrator of "The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes"?
(a) Dr. Watson.
(b) Sherlock Holmes.
(c) Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.
(d) Unknown.

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 buy Wilson's business.
(c) To use as a tax shelter.
(d) To court his mistress.

4. What is the name of the female in "A Scandal in Bohemia?"
(a) Wilma Robinson.
(b) Melanie Smith.
(c) Jane Johnson.
(d) Irene Adler.

5. How do Holmes and Watson travel to the case in "The Boscombe Valley Mystery"?
(a) By train.
(b) By horse.
(c) By car.
(d) By foot.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Holmes begins to solve the case in "A Scandal in Bohemia," what is his disguise?

2. In "The Boscombe Valley Mystery," who is originally arrested for murder?

3. In "A Scandal in Bohemia," what is Watson's role at the female character's home?

4. While on the case in "A Scandal in Bohemia," what role does Holmes play at the church?

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

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