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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. What was the original purpose of the pit near Baring-Gould's house?
(a) A tin mine
(b) Garbage disposal
(c) A quarry
(d) Water for the region

2. How long does Russell say it's been since she's seen Holmes?
(a) Three weeks
(b) Almost a week
(c) Two months
(d) Three days

3. What is the snack young Samuel stops to eat on his way home from his aunt's house?
(a) Roast beef
(b) Scones
(c) Bread and cheese
(d) Peanut butter

4. What does Pethering have in his hand that concerns Russell?
(a) A fireplace poker
(b) A book
(c) A small statue
(d) A gun

5. What happens that makes it difficult for Holmes to be sure they're on the exact spot where Lady Howard's coach was seen?
(a) The map is vague
(b) The map has been destroyed by the rain
(c) They burned the map the previous night to start a fire
(d) The rain distorts the X Baring-Gould made on the map

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does Holmes say happened to Sir Henry's two sons?

3. What does Russell call Baring-Gould after their first meeting?

4. What does Russell say she was doing on the moor that brought her to Ketteridge's house?

5. What does Russell note about Mr. Ketteridge's accent?

(see the answer key)

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