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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 1 through 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the sound the young courting couple said they heard from the beast that was with Lady Howard's coach?
(a) A moan
(b) A bark
(c) A whine
(d) A rattle

2. What does Russell say she's reminded of when she looks at the height of Dartmoor?
(a) A giant
(b) A fortress
(c) A mansion
(d) A mountain

3. How long does Russell say it's been since she's seen Holmes?
(a) Three weeks
(b) Two months
(c) Three days
(d) Almost a week

4. What is served for the meal soon after Russell's arrival?
(a) Turtle soup and greens
(b) Fish, rabbit and soup
(c) Kidney pie and pudding
(d) Custard pie and steak

5. Who does Russell say joins her and Holmes for tea when they return to the manor?
(a) Baring-Goul
(b) No one
(c) Mrs. Elliott
(d) A young homeless family

Short Answer Questions

1. What time of day is Lady Howard supposed to be seen?

2. Who is the saint to whom Brentor Church is dedicated?

3. What was the original purpose of the pit near Baring-Gould's house?

4. Where does Baring-Gould say he's heard the song about the ghostly carriage?

5. What do Holmes and Russell have to eat when they stop at the public house in chapter three?

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