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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the woman's family home?

2. Vyse claims that Nick has complete _____ for End House.

3. Poirot is puzzled because there was no _____.

4. What word best describes Poirot at this point?

5. At this point who is the only person not being viewed as a suspect?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who is Michael Seton? What is his role in the story thus far?

2. What is discovered when Poirot and Hastings enter the house?

3. Discuss the meeting between Poirot and Charles Vyse.

4. Examine the conversation regarding Michael Seton.

5. What is Poirot's reaction to Freddie's story?

6. What caused Poirot to make a new deduction about Nick's secret? What telltale thing did Nick say to tip off Poirot?

7. Discuss Nick Buckley, the woman Poirot meets in the beginning of the story.

8. Who is suggested as being a suitable companion for Nick during this time of crisis?

9. Explain Poirot and Hastings' arrival at End House and discussion with Ellen's family.

10. What does Poirot say when he approaches Freddie? What is Freddie's reply?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Freddie Price is one character who exhibits the most erratic behavior while Nick always seems to be somewhat cold and without emotion. Compare and contrast the personalities of the two women. Which characteristics are real and which are contrived? How are they perceived by Poirot?

Essay Topic 2

Hercule Poirot is a well known detective. Examine Poirot's experience and credibility. Why do people listen to Poirot over local police? How did Poirot gain his reputation? What does Poirot get out of helping to solve cases? Is there a chance of accolades, awards or monetary compensation? Explain. Why do you think Poirot is reluctant to come out of retirement? What type of job was offered to Poirot shortly before he and Hastings traveled to St. Loo? What would you do in Poirot's shoes - accept the prestigious assignment or stay retired? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

First impressions play a large part in the story. When Nick Buckley sees Poirot for the first time she develops a plan to involve him in the plot. Explain how Poirot would have assessed his first impression of Nick, Freddie, Challenger, and Lazarus. Are Poirot's assessments correct? Explain.

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