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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 6, The Man with the Twisted Lip.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Once Holmes determines the murderer in "The Boscombe Valley Mystery," what is the murderer's response?
(a) Attempts to murder Holmes.
(b) Confesses to the crime.
(c) Denies his involvement.
(d) Flees the scene.

2. What is the crime committed in "A Case of Identity?"
(a) Burglary.
(b) Fraud.
(c) Theft.
(d) Murder.

3. How does Miss Sutherland support herself?
(a) Her allowance from her stepfather.
(b) She works as a prostitute.
(c) She is married and her husband supports her.
(d) Her inheritance and a job as a typist.

4. In "The Red-Headed League," what does Holmes believe is the reason for Wilson's job?
(a) To use as a tax shelter.
(b) To buy Wilson's business.
(c) To keep Wilson away from his shop.
(d) To court his mistress.

5. In "The Man with the Twisted Lip," where was the person Holmes investigating last seen?
(a) The opium den.
(b) The gambling room.
(c) The brothel.
(d) The pub.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "A Scandal in Bohemia," what is Watson's relationship status?

2. How much does Wilson earn in his job for the Red-Headed League?

3. In "The Boscombe Valley Mystery," what does James claim to see in the water?

4. In "The Boscombe Valley Mystery," what did a witness see?

5. When Holmes begins to solve the case in "A Scandal in Bohemia," what is his disguise?

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