The Secret Agent Quiz

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When it becomes apparent during their confrontation that Winnie wants to leave him, what does Mr. Verloc say to get a response from her? (from Chapter 11)

He might not have been caught if not for Winnie having sewn the name label into her brother's coat, but he forgives her.

He might not have been caught if not for Winnie having spoken with the assistant commissioner, but he forgives her.

He might not have been caught if not for Winnie having sewn the name label into her brother's cap, but he forgives her.

He might not have been caught if not for Winnie having spoken with Chief Inspector Heat, but he forgives her.

How does Winnie learn Stevie was killed in the bombing earlier that day at Greenwich Park? (from Chapter 9)

Winnie listened through the keyhole between the parlor and the kitchen when Heat interviewed her husband.

Heat shows her Stevie's overcoat name tag and she reads the newspaper article about the bombing.

When Heat figures out it was Winnie's brother who was killed, he then delivers this news to her in person.

Winnie determines herself it was Stevie as her husband returned late without him and was acting strangely.

What did Heat tell his supervisor were everywhere at the scene of the Greenwich Park explosion? (from Chapter 5)

Tin strips and bits.

Glass slivers and bits.

Cardboard shreds and bits.

Ceramic chips and bits.

After stabbing Mr Verloc, Winnie's reaction is to what? (from Chapter 11)

To make no sound at all beyond gathering her purse and walking calmly to the door.

To let out a faint shriek, snatch quickly at her skirts, and run to the door.

To let out a loud scream, faint, and fall to the floor.

To begin sobbing uncontrolably and fall to her knees beside Mr. Verloc's body.

How is the professor traveling while amazed at the sense of security those around him feel, unaware they could all be blown up at any time? (from Chapter 5)

Riding aboard a train amongst other passengers.

Riding in a tram car with other passengers aboard.

Walking down a street past other people.

Riding in a horse-drawn carriage down a crowded street.