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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Will Thoday Goes in Quick and Comes out Slow.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is the Duke of Denver?
(a) Hilary Thorpe's guardian.
(b) Lady Thorpe's old boyfriend.
(c) Lord Peter's brother.
(d) The parish's richest parishioner.

2. When Will Thoday realizes the body in Lady Thorpe's grave is Jeff Deacon's, why doesn't he tell anyone?
(a) Everyone would realize Will isn't legally married.
(b) He suspects his wife has killed Deacon.
(c) He fears people would suspect him of the crime.
(d) He is glad Deacon is dead.

3. How does Hilary Thorpe's Uncle Edward feel about Lord Peter's interest in sleuthing?
(a) He thinks Lord Peter's sleuthing abilities are exaggerated.
(b) He wants to join Lord Peter in solving murder mysteries.
(c) He scoffs at Lord Peter's lack of professional credentials.
(d) He thinks it a hobby unsuited to Lord Peter's social class.

4. From where does Potty Peake observe Will Thoday's interactions with Jeff Deacon in the church belfry?
(a) From the ladder leading up to the belfry.
(b) From the church choir loft.
(c) From the church rooftop.
(d) From behind Abbot Thomas' tomb.

5. Who does the Morning Star reporter want to interview after the stranger's funeral?
(a) Reverend Venables.
(b) Superintendent Blundell.
(c) Hezekiah Lavender.
(d) Lord Peter.

Short Answer Questions

1. To whom is Mary Thoday married when Mrs. Wilbraham's emeralds are stolen?

2. From what illness does Nobby Cranton suffer?

3. While talking with Lord Peter after the stranger's funeral, who does Hilary Thorpe suggest might know when her mother's grave was disturbed?

4. Who takes Reverend Venables' keys while Jeff Deacon is hidden in the bell chamber?

5. Where does Lord Peter go to visit Nobby Cranton?

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