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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 13 through 17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Baring-Gould say he'll write a letter in favor of Pethering's claims?
(a) He needs the letter to advance his studies
(b) He has a child and wife to feed
(c) He's scared Baring-Gould with his threats
(d) He's probably right

2. What does Mrs. Elliott provide for Russell to drink when she returns to the house?
(a) Brandy
(b) Coffee
(c) Tea and whiskey
(d) Hot milk

3. What else does Holmes say he found in Josiah Gortons cache?
(a) Tin and tools
(b) Money and food
(c) Cooking utensils and bedding
(d) Maps and a diary

4. What does David Schiemann say the hound is searching for?
(a) His master
(b) His mistress
(c) His mate
(d) A soul

5. Where is the cat asleep in the early part of chapter nine?
(a) On Baring-Gould's armchair
(b) On the porch
(c) On the foot of Russell's bed
(d) In front of the fire

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the marker that had been originally erected to direct pilgims?

2. What period of Baring-Gould's life does his second manuscript, "Further Reminiscences," cover?

3. What does Russell tell Holmes about the efforts to preserve the marks at the scene where Pethering's body was found?

4. What does Russell say the conversation revolves around as she's leaving the room?

5. What is the nationality of Ketteridge's cook?

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