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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through V. In Paradisum.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. With which of the following does Chapter VII begin?
(a) “Pursuant to discussion in hallway of residence, shown to kitchens in rear by Mr. Carew.”
(b) “When his knocking brought no one to the door, Gideon Bliss retreated from it to make certain of his bearings.”
(c) “When her knocking brought no one to the door, Octavia Hillingdon was not unduly perturbed.”
(d) “At Ashenden House, Octavia was more discreet in disposing of her bicycle.”

2. What does Gideon note had been his last meal before arriving in London?
(a) Chops.
(b) Sandwich.
(c) Pie.
(d) Stew.

3. The phrase “you may be sure of opening an oyster or two” offers an example of which of the following?
(a) Analogy.
(b) Synecdoche.
(c) Metonym.
(d) Euphemism.

4. Which of the following terms is used to refer to police in the novel?
(a) Porkers.
(b) Peelers.
(c) Pokers.
(d) Pursers.

5. To what school is Gideon sent in his childhood?
(a) Colyton.
(b) Eton.
(c) Ashfell.
(d) Ripon.

Short Answer Questions

1. At which police station does George speak with a sergeant as he works to assist Octavia?

2. How old does Cutter note the oldest child was that the St. Johns had?

3. What other inspector does Cutter encounter at his preferred dinner establishment?

4. With which of the following does Gideon speak when trying to find his uncle’s dwellings?

5. What kind of business is Devlin’s?

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