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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 21.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In chapter 20, to whom does Poirot whisper before he leaves the dining room?
(a) Mrs. Allerton.
(b) Race.
(c) Cornelia Robson.
(d) Tim Allerton.

2. What does Race suggest in chapter 18 that he and Poirot should focus on next in their investigation.
(a) Getting Simon to a hospital.
(b) Clearing Jackie's name.
(c) The missing pearl necklace.
(d) Arranging Linnet's funeral.

3. What item does Mrs. Otterbourne often wear that many passengers note throughout the novel, including in chapter 7?
(a) A velvet stole.
(b) A turban.
(c) A sarong.
(d) A veiled hat.

4. Why does the maid turn to Simon Doyle in chapter 14 for reassurance?
(a) She feels Poirot is accusing her of murder.
(b) She is afraid she will be accused of theft in Linnet's pearls.
(c) She is trying to blackmail him without Poirot knowing it.
(d) She turns to Doyle because he is still her employer.

5. Who informs Poirot in chapter 13 of Linnet Doyle's death?
(a) The ship's manager.
(b) Linnet's maid.
(c) Colonel Race.
(d) Simon Doyle.

Short Answer Questions

1. How was Linnet Doyle killed?

2. Why does Jackie claim Simon fell in love with Linnet?

3. In chapter 10, what objects do most of the passengers leave their cruise ship to tour?

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

5. What does Poirot encourage Jackie to do in chapter 5?

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