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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters III and IV.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. In Chapter 2, how has Peter's manservant made out at the auction?
(a) He never made it to the auction due to traffic.
(b) He has failed to purchase anything for Peter.
(c) He has overspent at the auction.
(d) He has purchased what Peter wanted at a low price.

3. What does Peter realize he has forgotten and must return home for in Chapter 1?
(a) His hat.
(b) His wallet.
(c) His catalog.
(d) His pocket watch.

4. What do the investigators deduce from the evidence collected at Levy's home in Chapter 4?
(a) Levy had struggled with someone by the fireplace.
(b) An impostor posed as Levy and entered the house.
(c) Levy had been pushed from a window.
(d) Someone had kidnapped Levy for ransom.

5. How do the investigators know the dead man had lost his employment?
(a) His fingernails are long.
(b) His calluses are softening.
(c) He looks underfed.
(d) He has bags under his eyes.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Peter's manservant named?

2. Based on evidence, what work did the dead man do?

3. Where does Mr. Reuben Levy reside?

4. What is Mr. Levy said to be fastidious about?

5. In Chapter 3, what does Peter say prompted Thipps' arrest?

(see the answer key)

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