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How does Lawrence react to Poirot’s message about the extra coffee cup?
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He immediately understands and confesses to a mistake
He becomes defensive and refuses to discuss the matter
He is confused and does not understand the message
He pretends to understand but is secretly bewildered
What does Hastings learn about Mary Cavendish's relationship with Dr. Bauerstein during his accidental eavesdropping?
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Mary is professionally consulting Dr. Bauerstein against John's wishes
Mary and Dr. Bauerstein are involved in a romantic relationship that John disapproves of
Mary is planning to leave John for Dr. Bauerstein
Mary and Dr. Bauerstein are secretly planning to solve the murder case together
Why does Hastings impulsively accuse Dr. Bauerstein of being the murderer when talking with John?
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He has concrete evidence linking Bauerstein to the crime
He is influenced by his jealousy and dislike of Bauerstein
Poirot has explicitly told him that Bauerstein is the prime suspect
He is trying to catch John off guard
What does the conversation in the woods reveal about Hastings's detective skills?
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It shows that Hastings is capable of coming up with complex theories on his own
It demonstrates Hastings's ability to manipulate information to fit his biases
It highlights Hastings's lack of detailed understanding of the case and its evidence
It proves that Hastings is the most observant and intelligent character in the investigation
What leads Hastings to consider Mary Cavendish as a potential accomplice to Dr. Bauerstein?
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The conversation he overheard between Mary and Mrs. Inglethorp about Mary's feelings for Bauerstein
Direct evidence linking Mary to the crime scene
A confession from Mary admitting her involvement
John Cavendish's insistence that Mary was acting suspiciously
Why does Cynthia discuss her concerns with Hastings about staying at Styles Court?
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She considers Hastings a friend and trusts his judgment
She is seeking legal advice from Hastings
She has no one else to talk to and is desperate
She wants Hastings to intervene on her behalf with the Cavendish family
How does Cynthia react to Hastings's spur-of-the-moment proposal?
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She is deeply offended and ends their friendship
She finds the proposal amusing and does not take it seriously
She accepts the proposal, recognizing his genuine affection
She gets angry and confronts him about his insincerity
What is Hastings's reaction after learning that Bauerstein was taken by the police?
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He waits to gather more information
He hurries to find Poirot
He tries to visit Bauerstein in jail
He rushes back to Styles to report the news
