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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "A Case of Identity," Watson uses a newspaper story about what to prove his point to Holmes?
(a) A murder.
(b) A man beating his wife.
(c) A stolen book.
(d) A bank robbery.

2. What does Holmes refer to the female character in "A Scandal in Bohemia" as?
(a) "The temptress."
(b) Nothing. He refuses to speak her name.
(c) "The sleuth."
(d) "The woman."

3. What is the purpose of the Red-Headed League?
(a) To advance the interests of red-headed men everywhere.
(b) To preserve the wealth of red heads.
(c) To outline the lineage of red-headed people.
(d) For the education of red-headed families.

4. What is the crime committed in "A Case of Identity?"
(a) Fraud.
(b) Murder.
(c) Theft.
(d) Burglary.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the female's profession in "A Scandal in Bohemia?"

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

3. What is Wilson instructed to copy in his job for the Red-Headed League?

4. Who does Holmes believe to be behind the Red-Headed League?

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

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Holmes' process for solving cases.

2. Describe Mr. Angel's appearance at the ball.

3. In "The Man with the Twisted Lip", why does St. Clair disguise himself as Boone?

4. What is Turner's motive for killing McCarthy?

5. Why do you think Doyle ends "The Five Orange Pips" with no real resolution?

6. What does Peter Jones think of Holmes detective work in "The Red-Headed League"?

7. What are Wilson's job duties for "The Red-Headed League"?

8. How is "The Five Orange Pips" similar to "A Scandal in Bohemia"?

9. Where is Mr. St. Clair's coat found and why was it so hard to discover?

10. In "The Man with the Twisted Lip", Watson and Holmes meet up while working on separate cases. What do their two cases have in common?

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