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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Forbidden Brides of the Faceless Slaves in the Secret House of the Night of Dread Desire, and The Flints of Memory Lane.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In his note, why did the killer say that he murdered the German Old One?
(a) The Old Ones are weak and deserve to die.
(b) The killer is an Old One who believes the Old Ones should not have relationships with humans.
(c) The Old Ones are planning to destroy mankind.
(d) The Old Ones are evil and enjoy inflicting suffering.

2. What does the old man tell Amelia she will find in the house?
(a) Her future husband.
(b) Her inheritance.
(c) Death.
(d) A lost treasure.

3. What does the boy in 'The Flints of Memory Lane' see that frightens him so much?
(a) A gypsy woman with an unpleasant smile.
(b) A vision of the future in which he is dead.
(c) A strange shadow that looks like a huge black dog.
(d) The ghost of his friend, who died a month ago.

4. In 'Forbidden Brides...' what draws Amelia toward the house?
(a) A signpost pointing down a track in the woods.
(b) A single light flickering in the topmost room.
(c) The sound of haunting music on the air.
(d) A strange unearthly glow coming from the basement.

5. What else do they want from her?
(a) A cup of tea.
(b) Some bread rolls.
(c) Her hand in marriage.
(d) A key to the treasure.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does the detective know that the narrator was in Afghanistan?

2. In October's story, who first nicknames the boy Runt, and why?

3. What do the two of them do?

4. In 'The Hidden Chamber' what does the poet tell the reader not to be afraid of?

5. What is the first story about?

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