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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters I and II.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where did the architect discover a body?
(a) In his cellar.
(b) In his cupboard.
(c) In his garden.
(d) In his bathtub.

2. What does Peter note about the architect when he meets him in Chapter 1?
(a) He has a bruise on his face.
(b) He is dressed slovenly.
(c) His hair is black as night.
(d) He is shorter than the average man.

3. What kind of auction is Peter headed for at the beginning of the story?
(a) A rare book auction.
(b) An auction of military pieces.
(c) An auction of 15th century art.
(d) A fine wine auction.

4. What is the name of the police inspector?
(a) Molt.
(b) Plodd.
(c) Dirk.
(d) Sugg.

5. What is Mr. Levy said to be fastidious about?
(a) Locking windows and doors.
(b) Reading the whole newspaper.
(c) Folding his worn clothes.
(d) Lining up his shoes.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Peter believe the police inspector suspects in the murder?

2. In Chapter 2, how has Peter's manservant made out at the auction?

3. What is Peter's manservant named?

4. When the doorbell rings, what sort of person is the only one Peter asks his manservant to let in?

5. What does Peter's manservant ask him to purchase in Chapter 2?

(see the answer key)

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