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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 10, The Adventure of the Noble Bachelor.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the end of "The Adventure of the Speckled Band," what does Holmes hit with his cane?
(a) The light.
(b) The bell cord.
(c) The ceiling fan.
(d) The lamp.

2. In "A Scandal in Bohemia," what is Watson's relationship status?
(a) Has a girlfriend.
(b) Engaged.
(c) Single.
(d) Married.

3. Describe Holmes' client in "The Five Orange Pips."
(a) A large old woman.
(b) A young man in his twenties.
(c) An blind man in his sixties.
(d) A pretty young woman.

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

5. On the morning of Sutherland and Angel's marriage, what happens to Angel?
(a) He disappears.
(b) He falls and breaks his leg.
(c) He calls off the wedding.
(d) He is in a car accident.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the relationship between St. Simon and Flora Millar?

2. What does Helen hear that makes her nervous in "The Adventure of the Speckled Band?"

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

4. In "A Scandal in Bohemia," is Holmes successful at solving the case?

5. In "The Man with the Twisted Lip," what do Watson and his wife do after dinner?

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