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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long does it take Christopher to unravel the mystery of Charles Emory's death?
(a) Many weeks.
(b) Twenty four hours.
(c) Over two years.
(d) No more than a few days.

2. How does Mei Li regard Christopher's education?
(a) As a completely irrelevant matter.
(b) As a pain in the neck.
(c) As a matter of solemn importance.
(d) As a triffling matter.

3. What is the first question Christopher asks Sir Cecil?
(a) Christopher asks him if he knows Sarah Hemmings.
(b) Christopher asks him if he has a drink.
(c) Christopher asks if he has spent any time recently in Shanghai.
(d) Christopher asks him if he has any crimes that need to be solved.

4. What does Uncle Philip do every time Christopher visits his office?
(a) Uncle Philip acts very "put-off" with Christopher.
(b) Uncle Philip gives Christopher a present.
(c) Uncle Philip allows Christopher to drink a little whisky.
(d) Uncle Philip takes Christopher out for ice cream.

5. What is the last thing Uncle Philip says to Christopher?
(a) I love you.
(b) I think you are very English.
(c) I didn't want to hurt you.
(d) I want you to like me.

Short Answer Questions

1. What musical instrument does Uncle Philip encourage Christopher to go with him to see?

2. How does Sarah get into the Foundation dinner without an invitation?

3. How does Christoper want Uncle Philip to help him become "more English?"

4. What does Christopher remember about Uncle Philip on the day of the plump-faced man's visit?

5. What does Sarah say is all part of what Shanghai's all about?

(see the answer key)

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