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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters Nine - Eleven.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Marlowe think Almore won't tell him anything about Lavery?
(a) Because of Almore's face.
(b) Because that's what Marlowe's luck is like.
(c) Because Almore seems nervous.
(d) Because Almore is a doctor.

2. Who does Birdie Keppel introduce herself as?
(a) The local nurse and medical examiner.
(b) The local bar owner and radio announcer.
(c) The local schoolteacher and mortician.
(d) The local beautician and newspaper reporter.

3. What does Marlowe ask Kingsley for?
(a) A request for information to the police.
(b) A selection of photographs of his wife.
(c) A note of introduction to the cabin caretaker.
(d) A written outline of the terms of their agreement.

4. What is Kingsley afraid his wife might get in trouble for?
(a) Using drugs.
(b) Drunk driving.
(c) Using an assumed identity.
(d) Shoplifting.

5. What does Marlowe see in the water that looks like underwatter flooring?
(a) A sunken walkway.
(b) A sunken boat landing.
(c) A cabin that's fallen into the water.
(d) A sunken swimming float.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is waiting for Marlowe in Chess's cabin?

2. What color is the lobby of the building Phillip Marlowe goes to at the beginning of the first chapter?

3. How long does Kingsley say he'll give Marlowe?

4. What does Marlowe tell Birdie?

5. How does Marlowe open the window of Bill Chess's cabin?

(see the answer key)

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