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1. Who is the woman seen on the street by Poirot and his companion? Why is she known to Poirot?

Captain Hastings notices a woman on the street. Poirot identifies the woman as being Miss Mary Marvell, a famous American film star.

2. What is the purpose of Mary Marvell's visit to Poirot? What does the woman bring to show Poirot?

Mary Marvell visits Poirot upon the suggestion of Lord Cronshow. Marvell brings threatening letters she received in relation to the diamond in her possession called the "Western Star."

3. What has the woman so upset about one of her possessions? What are the consequences if Marvell does not comply?

The threatening letters claim that the Western Star belongs to the gods and has to be returned. The first two letters contain only a request while the third warns that if the diamond is not returned it will be taken away during the full moon.

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