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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7 through 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What does Holmes say was found on the ground near Josiah Gorton's body?
(a) Footprints of a large dog
(b) A note
(c) A bloody knife
(d) Gold nuggets

3. What does Russell say she's reminded of when she looks at the height of Dartmoor?
(a) A giant
(b) A mountain
(c) A mansion
(d) A fortress

4. What is served for the meal soon after Russell's arrival?
(a) Turtle soup and greens
(b) Custard pie and steak
(c) Fish, rabbit and soup
(d) Kidney pie and pudding

5. Who opens the door when Holmes and Russell return to Baring-Gould's house at the opening of chapter seven?
(a) Mr. Ketteridge
(b) Mr. Gorton
(c) Baring-Gould
(d) Mrs. Elliott

Short Answer Questions

1. How long does it take Holmes and Russell to reach Lydford?

2. How long does Russell say it's been since she's seen Holmes?

3. What is the name of Baring-Gould's wife who is buried in the churchyard?

4. What was the original purpose of the pit near Baring-Gould's house?

5. How does Holmes propose to find the names of the couple who'd seen the coach from Gibbett Hill?

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