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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's probably right
(b) He's scared Baring-Gould with his threats
(c) He has a child and wife to feed
(d) He needs the letter to advance his studies

2. How long have Holmes and Russell been on the moor when they return to Baring-Gould's house at the beginning of chapter seven?
(a) A week
(b) Three days
(c) Four days
(d) Six days

3. Who is with Ketteridge when Russell joins him after her bath?
(a) No one
(b) A half dozen guests
(c) Holmes
(d) Serveral servers

4. How does Baring-Gould arrive at the scene of Pethering's body?
(a) On horseback
(b) He doesn't
(c) He walks
(d) In a sedan chair

5. What does Russell ask from the maid who is just outside the bathroom?
(a) Soap
(b) A robe
(c) A warm towel
(d) A glass of hot milk

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the older lady at the farmhouse call Holmes?

2. In chapter five, what does Russell say is the most extraordinary thing they've seen all day?

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

4. Where does the barman say Pethering has gone?

5. What are the Dartmoor Stables?

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