5. With which of the following does Chapter II begin?
(a) “The snow had died away in the night.”
(b) “At Ashenden House, Octavia was more discreet in disposing of her bicycle.”
(c) “Gideon’s knocking, this time, was answered almost at once.”
(d) “When her knocking brought no one to the door, Octavia Hillingdon was not unduly perturbed.”

6. What drink does Cutter order for Gideon when they first repair to his preferred establishment?
(a) Ale.
(b) Tea.
(c) Cordial.
(d) Sherry.

7. With which of the following does Chapter VIII begin?
(a) “It was the better part of half an hour before Gideon had given a full account of events.”
(b) “NOTES MADE BY G. BLISS (SGT.)”
(c) “By morning, when Octavia presented herself at Strythe House, Mr. Healy had entertained second thoughts about their agreement.”
(d) “Angela Tatton.”

8. Which embroiderer is quoted in the novel’s epigraph?
(a) Lindsey Grandolph.
(b) Elizabeth Parker.
(c) Rosie James.
(d) Debbie Smyth.

9. Into whose care is Gideon remanded while at school in his childhood?
(a) The Anguses.
(b) The Fergusons.
(c) The McLeishes.
(d) The Strachans.

10. To which of the following does Gideon direct the sergeant he impersonates?
(a) Russell Square.
(b) Claremont Square.
(c) Wilmington Square.
(d) Leicester Square.

11. Which author does Gideon read to Angela?
(a) Richardson.
(b) Johnson.
(c) Fielding.
(d) Cheyne.

12. On what street does Gideon seek his uncle?
(a) Dean.
(b) Frith.
(c) Manette.
(d) Romilly.

13. What brand of sewing machine is available to Esther Tull in Strythe’s workroom?
(a) Pfaff.
(b) Brother.
(c) Elna.
(d) Singer.

14. Where does the maker of Strythe’s vials live?
(a) Venice.
(b) Antwerp.
(c) Ghent.
(d) Berlin.

15. Which of the following books is found in Esther Tull’s former residence?
(a) Book of Common Prayer.
(b) Lectionary.
(c) Psalter.
(d) The Anglican Hymn Book.