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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Lamb to the Slaughter.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is the first police officer to examine Patrick’s body?
(a) Sergeant Noonan
(b) O’Malley
(c) Charlie
(d) Sam

2. Mary is said to be the wife of what after killing her husband?
(a) A detective
(b) A philanthropist
(c) A gentleman
(d) A saint

3. What is Mary’s last name in “Lamb to the Slaughter”?
(a) Markley
(b) Matheson
(c) Maloney
(d) Moore

4. How many policemen are left in Mary’s house after they’ve all had drinks?
(a) 1
(b) 5
(c) 4
(d) 3

5. What is Mary’s response when Patrick tells her, “Listen, I’ve got something to tell you”?
(a) Please, explain yourself
(b) Could it wait until after dinner?
(c) What is it, darling? What’s the matter?
(d) Should I sit down for this?

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the protagonist of “Lamb to the Slaughter”?

2. Mary explains that she hasn’t made any supper for what reason in “Lamb to the Slaughter”?

3. What is Mary’s presumed reason for going to the store in “Lamb to the Slaughter”?

4. “Lamb to the Slaughter” was initially rejected by what periodical for publication?

5. How long does the police detective take when he goes to check Mary’s alibi at the store?

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