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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 24.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In chapter 24, where was Jackie when the most recent shooting took place?
(a) On the deck.
(b) Walking with Mr. Allerton.
(c) Her cabin.
(d) Sitting in the salon.

2. In chapter 24, who does Poirot see walking toward the scene of the most recent shooting?
(a) Mr. Fanthrop.
(b) Mr. Pennington.
(c) Tim Allerton.
(d) Mr. Richetti.

3. In chapter 24, why do Poirot and Race go to speak to Simon Doyle?
(a) They want to assure him that they are doing the best they can to solve the case.
(b) They want to begin making plans for Linnet's burial.
(c) They want to know who else might have wanted to kill Linnet.
(d) They want to know the contents of the telegram Linnet opened by mistake.

4. Who compliments Linnet Doyle in chapter 9 for her behavior while signing documents for Mr.Pennington?
(a) Mrs. Otterbourne.
(b) Mr. Fanthrop.
(c) Mr. Allerton.
(d) Miss van Schuyler.

5. Where is Cornelia from?
(a) England.
(b) Egypt.
(c) America.
(d) Russia.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Cornelia think Rosalie is so reserved?

2. In chapter 24, who bursts into Dr. Bessner's cabin and claims to know who the killer is?

3. What reason does Miss van Schuyler give for her family never becoming friendly with Linnet Ridgeway's family?

4. Who does Poirot overhear talking to one another at the end of chapter 9?

5. In chapter 24, who becomes openly upset about Simon Doyle's condition?

(see the answer key)

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