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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 19.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How is Despard's interview different from that of other suspects?
(a) Long and laborious.
(b) Confusing and wishy-washy.
(c) Contentious and difficult.
(d) Quick and efficient.

2. By Chapter 8, how many people has the murderer killed, according to the sleuths?
(a) 3.
(b) 1.
(c) 2.
(d) 5.

3. Where did Mrs. Lorrimer meet Shaitana?
(a) In London.
(b) In Johannesburg.
(c) In Edinburgh.
(d) In Egypt.

4. Who does Poirot question in the same style as he did with Mrs. Lorrimer?
(a) Maj. Depard.
(b) Miss Meredith.
(c) Dr. Roberts.
(d) Col. Race.

5. What does Lorrimer do when she sees the stiletto?
(a) Cries passionately.
(b) Becomes fearful.
(c) Views dispassionately.
(d) Screams in delight.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Mrs. Lorrimer think is a show-off?

2. What does Shaitana say is his preferred method of murder?

3. Who is Dr. Roberts' secretary?

4. What does Poirot think about Miss Meredith's playing?

5. How can vital clues be found from suspects, according to Poirot?

(see the answer key)

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