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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II, Chapters 1-5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What has Mad Mitch set up for his and Peter's scam?
(a) A gallery that will buy their paintings.
(b) A newspaper ad.
(c) A studio for painting.
(d) A bank account.

2. Who does Lampeth receive a postcard from?
(a) A man who has Modigliani sketches.
(b) Peter Usher.
(c) His nephew, Mike.
(d) His niece, Dee.

3. What does Tom explain away to Samantha about his past?
(a) Charges against him were dropped.
(b) Statements about him were lies created by an enemy.
(c) His ex-wife was a criminal.
(d) He has an impending divorce and forged a check.

4. What does Lampeth say is the reason for the increase in the art market?
(a) The Americans becoming art conscious after WWII.
(b) The need for investment after WWII.
(c) The high interest of the wealthy Europeans.
(d) The revival of the Renaissance.

5. Why does Lipsey choose an inexpensive hotel room to stay in during his investigation?
(a) It is part of his camoflouge.
(b) He can't afford an expensive one.
(c) He thinks that he might learn something there.
(d) It is his style.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does the old man say received one of Modigliani's paintings?

2. How does the baker look at the girl who comes in for fresh bread in the opening of the story?

3. What revelation does Dee come to after she takes a nap in the afternoon?

4. What is the name of the movie that Samantha is interested in doing?

5. What is Dee doing in Paris?

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