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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters V and VI.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Julian Freke speculate could have inspired an attack on the man in the bathtub?
(a) The man could be a thief.
(b) The man could have come into some money.
(c) The man could have been in a fight.
(d) The man could be involved in organized crime.

2. Where does the police inspector emerge from as Peter leaves the architect's residence?
(a) An ambulance.
(b) A police car.
(c) A neighbor's house.
(d) A telephone booth.

3. What do Peter, Parker, and Bunter discover the murderer wore during the murder?
(a) Tall rubber boots.
(b) Protective glasses.
(c) Rubber gloves.
(d) A fur coat.

4. Why does Crimplesham send a letter to Peter?
(a) It is in reply to an ad Peter put in the newspaper.
(b) To retrieve inside information about the investigation.
(c) To seek the acquaintance of Peter's mother.
(d) To request Peter's investigative services.

5. What does Mr. Thipps say he was unaware of when he testifies at the inquest?
(a) His mother would be present.
(b) His maid was stealing from him.
(c) He could be arrested for being rude to a policeman.
(d) He was entitled to a lawyer.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Peter note about Milligan's head?

2. What does Peter realize he has forgotten and must return home for in Chapter 1?

3. How does Peter feel about the investigation he is starting in Chapter 2?

4. What did Mr. Thipps eat when he returned home on the night before the body appeared?

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

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