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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 10 through 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. 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) Six days
(b) A week
(c) Three days
(d) Four days

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

3. What is the talent Holmes says Russell has kept hidden from him?
(a) The ability to play the tin whistle
(b) The ability to dance an Irish jib
(c) The ability to drink the locals under the table
(d) The ability to sing traditional ballads

4. Where does Ketteridge say he made his fortune?
(a) The stock market
(b) Alaska goldfields
(c) California goldfields
(d) The drygoods business

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the subject of the first song the singing moor men perform?

2. How long have Russell and Holmes been married?

3. What was the sound the young courting couple said they heard from the beast that was with Lady Howard's coach?

4. Where is Wheal Betsy located?

5. What time do Holmes and Russell arrive back at Baring-Gould's house after the evening with Ketteridge?

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