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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 12, The Adventure of the Copper Beeches.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle," how does Holmes determine where the goose was purchased?
(a) Asks the owner.
(b) Threatens with his fists.
(c) Makes a bet.
(d) Makes a bribe.

2. In "The Man with the Twisted Lip," where was the person Holmes investigating last seen?
(a) The brothel.
(b) The pub.
(c) The opium den.
(d) The gambling room.

3. In "The Adventures of the Engineer's Thumb," what does the engineer try to fix?
(a) A hydraulic press.
(b) A horse carriage.
(c) A lamp.
(d) A typewriter.

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

5. In "The Boscombe Valley Mystery," who is originally arrested for murder?
(a) James McCarthy.
(b) None of these.
(c) Charles McCarthy.
(d) John Turner.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. In "The Adventure of the Noble Bachelor," what did the bride drop while walking down the aisle?

3. How does Holmes know the owner of the hat's wife no longer loves him in "The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle?"

4. In "The Adventure of the Speckled Band," who dies of strange circumstances?

5. What does Mrs. St. Clair receive from her husband letting her know he is alright?

(see the answer key)

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