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

2. In "The Adventures of the Engineer's Thumb," what does Holmes conclude about the machine?
(a) It is used for torture.
(b) It is used as a printing press.
(c) It is used for counterfeiting.
(d) It is stolen.

3. While on the case in "A Scandal in Bohemia," what role does Holmes play at the church?
(a) Priest.
(b) Sexton.
(c) Best man.
(d) Janitor.

4. In "The Adventures of the Engineer's Thumb," who asks the engineer to fix something?
(a) Colonel Lysander Stark.
(b) Victor Hatherly.
(c) Miss Helen Stoner.
(d) Inspector Bradstreet.

5. What is Watson doing when he receives a telegram from Holmes in "The Boscombe Valley Mystery?"
(a) Seeing a patient.
(b) On vacation with his wife.
(c) Having breakfast with his wife.
(d) Researching in his library.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the Beryl Coronet known for?

2. According to the Holder's niece, who did one of the servant girls meet with?

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

4. In "The Adventures of the Engineer's Thumb," why does the main character go to see Watson?

5. In "The Adventures of the Engineer's Thumb," what dangerous situation does the engineer get into?

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