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Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who do the Ashtons drive home in a snowstorm after finding him in his car on the side of the road, too ill with influenza to drive further?
(a) Mrs. Wilbraham.
(b) Sir Henry Thorpe.
(c) Reverend Venables.
(d) Will Thoday.

2. 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 scoffs at Lord Peter's lack of professional credentials.
(c) He thinks it a hobby unsuited to Lord Peter's social class.
(d) He wants to join Lord Peter in solving murder mysteries.

3. How does Mrs. Gates say the Thorpe family has always treated her?
(a) They've been critical and condescending to her.
(b) Cruelly and unfairly.
(c) They've been cheap and haven't paid her well.
(d) Like a member of the family.

4. Who is the first character introduced in the novel?
(a) Will Thoday.
(b) Bunter.
(c) Reverend Venables.
(d) Lord Peter Wimsey.

5. What is in the brown jug provided by the Red Cow for the bell ringers during their ceremony?
(a) Buttermilk.
(b) Water.
(c) Beer.
(d) Wine.

Short Answer Questions

1. What flower does Hilary Thorpe take to Mrs. Venables for the church at Easter?

2. What does the letter to the mysterious dead man concern?

3. What color is the stamp on the letter that Bunter is given at the post office when he pretends to be the dead man?

4. What is Mr. Ashton's profession?

5. Why does Mrs. Venables think the dead man is married?

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