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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Plain Hunting.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. How long has Mrs. Gates been working as the Thorpe family housekeeper?
(a) Ten years.
(b) Thirty years.
(c) Twenty-five years.
(d) Fifteen years.

3. With what London jewel thief does Jeff Deacon steal Mrs. Wilbraham's emeralds?
(a) Carl Jonas.
(b) Nobby Cranton.
(c) Stephen Redmond.
(d) Jebediah Pratt.

4. In what year was Tailor Paul made?
(a) 1592.
(b) 1614.
(c) 1358.
(d) 1915.

5. What is unusual about the condition of the hands of the corpse found in Lady Thorpe's grave?
(a) They have been painted.
(b) They have been tattooed.
(c) They have been covered in wax.
(d) They have been severed.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does M. Rozier want Lord Peter to dine with him at his home?

2. How does Jean Legros get his name?

3. Why is Mrs. Gates unhappy with the wreath Mrs. Coppins sends for Lady Thorpe's funeral?

4. What does Will Thoday do with the money he withdraws from the bank on New Year's Eve?

5. Who is the Duke of Denver?

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