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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 33-36.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 27, to whose home does Marlowe walk on foot?
(a) Jessie Florian's.
(b) Anne Riordan's.
(c) Mrs. Grayle's.
(d) Lieutenant Randall's.

2. What is the source of the Riordan family money?
(a) Wise investments.
(b) Blackmail.
(c) A family restaurant that is very popular and prosperous.
(d) Oil.

3. Which police officer does Marlowe tell John Wax he wants to use as muscle?
(a) Sergeant Galbraith.
(b) Captain Blane.
(c) Lieutenant Nulty.
(d) Lieutenant Randall.

4. Which of the following people does not meet Marlowe at the Grayle mansion in Chapter 18?
(a) Mrs. Grayle.
(b) Anne Riordan.
(c) Lieutenant Randall.
(d) Mr. Grayle.

5. What does Marlowe suggest that Jules Amthor get Second Planting to do?
(a) Search for Moose Malloy.
(b) Study martial arts.
(c) Become a movie actor.
(d) Take a bath.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Marlowe get into Jessie Florian's house at the beginning of Chapter 17?

2. In Chapter 31, what kind of insect does Marlowe see crawling across Lieutenant Randall's desk?

3. In Chapter 34, why does Marlowe approach the hot dog vendor?

4. Who , according to Sergeant Galbraith, runs Bay City?

5. What does Anne Riordan do for a living?

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