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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When James arrives at Fernly Park, what strange thing does Parker do?
(a) He locks James out.
(b) He disappears.
(c) He tells James not to phone the police about the murder.
(d) He denies making the phone call.

2. Why does Miss Gannet tell James that Mrs. Ferrars and Mr. Ackroyd broke off their engagement?
(a) Mr. Ackroyd was planning to move away.
(b) Mrs. Ferrars planned to see someone else.
(c) Mrs. Ferrars was a gambler.
(d) Mrs. Ferrars had an addiction to sleeping pills.

3. Raymond says he overheard what at 9:30?
(a) Someone asked Mr. Ackroyd for money.
(b) Mr. Ackroyd screamed.
(c) Someone shot a gun.
(d) Some glass broke.

4. Who does Mr. Ackroyd invite to dinner?
(a) Caroline
(b) James
(c) Mrs. Cecil Ackroyd
(d) Miss Russell

5. Why doesn't Inspector Raglan want Mr. Poirot to work on the case?
(a) Raglan doesn't like Mr. Poirot's general attitude.
(b) Raglan suspects Mr. Poirot in the murder.
(c) Raglan thinks it is too dangerous for a civilian.
(d) Raglan wants the glory of solving the case himself.

Short Answer Questions

1. John's last name is?

2. Who is waiting for James when he returns from rounds?

3. Mr. Poirot lives where?

4. Why is Flora worried about Ralph?

5. How has Mr. Ackroyd been killed?

(see the answer key)

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