Test Your Knowledge Of Corinna Chapman & Her World!

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    Who is in charge of keeping down rats in the bakery?

    • Speedy Gonzales, fastest ratter in the south
    • Mr Flick, exterminator
    • Heckle & Jeckyll, Mouse Police
    • Boris & Natasha, Rodent Patrol
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Are you a fan of Kerry Greenwood's fabulous Earthly Delights series of books, starring Corinna Chapman, reluctant sleuth and baker extraordinaire? Take our quiz to find out how much you really know about Corinna, her friends, and the events in the books.

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  • 2. 

    What does the shop Heavenly Pleasures make and sell?

    • Chocolates

    • Soaps & beauty products

    • Lingerie

    • Perfume

    Correct Answer
    A. Chocolates
    Explanation
    Heavenly Pleasures is a shop that specializes in making and selling chocolates. They do not sell soaps & beauty products, lingerie, or perfume.

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  • 3. 

    What are the names of Corinna's parents?

    • Brad and Janet

    • Narcissa and Draco

    • Charles and Diana

    • Starshine and Sunlight

    Correct Answer
    A. Starshine and Sunlight
  • 4. 

    What is Cafe Vlad Tepes during the day?

    • McDonald's

    • Cafe Simisoa

    • Salon de Universitie Student

    • Subway

    Correct Answer
    A. Cafe Simisoa
    Explanation
    Cafe Vlad Tepes is not mentioned as one of the options in the question. Therefore, the correct answer, Cafe Simisoa, is suggested as an alternative during the day.

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  • 5. 

    What is Kepler's profession?

    • Personal trainer

    • Cinema projectionist

    • Policeman

    • IT systems analyst

    Correct Answer
    A. IT systems analyst
    Explanation
    Kepler's profession is IT systems analyst. This is determined by the given answer choice "IT systems analyst". Kepler's profession refers to the job or occupation that Kepler has, which in this case is an IT systems analyst.

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  • 6. 

    What are the names of the nerds (the Lone Gunmen)? Tick all

    • Taz

    • Mack

    • Rat

    • Gully

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Taz
    A. Rat
    A. Gully
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Taz, Rat, Gully. These are the names of the nerds or the Lone Gunmen.

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  • 7. 

    How does Selina escape her marriage?

    • On horseback

    • By ferry

    • On foot

    • On a motorbike

    Correct Answer
    A. On a motorbike
    Explanation
    Selina escapes her marriage on a motorbike. This implies that she uses a motorbike as a means of transportation to flee from her marriage.

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  • 8. 

    Who is Daniel's driver?

    • Simmo

    • Hambo

    • Jimbo

    • Timbo

    Correct Answer
    A. Timbo
    Explanation
    The question asks for the name of Daniel's driver. Out of the given options, Timbo is the only name mentioned. Therefore, Timbo is the correct answer.

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  • 9. 

    Who keeps the New York Deli?

    • Trudi

    • The Pandamus family

    • Uncle Solly

    • Mrs Pemberthy

    Correct Answer
    A. Uncle Solly
    Explanation
    Uncle Solly keeps the New York Deli.

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  • 10. 

    Which lady takes care of Spiro Pandopoulis?

    • Mrs Pemberthy

    • Mrs Pappas

    • Mistress Dread

    • Kylie

    Correct Answer
    A. Mrs Pappas
    Explanation
    Mrs Pappas takes care of Spiro Pandopoulis. This is indicated by the fact that she is mentioned as one of the options and is the correct answer.

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  • 11. 

    What was on the poster that retrieved Cherie Holliday?

    • We want YOU

    • Save yourself!

    • I believe you

    • You can succeed

    Correct Answer
    A. I believe you
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "I believe you". This suggests that the poster contained a message of support and encouragement, expressing belief in the abilities or potential of the person reading it. This message may have been intended to motivate and inspire the individual, possibly in relation to a specific goal or challenge they were facing.

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  • 12. 

    What is the profession of Kepler's younger brother Chas?

    • Windscreen washer

    • Massage therapist

    • Selling t-shirts at the market

    • Artist

    Correct Answer
    A. Selling t-shirts at the market
    Explanation
    Kepler's younger brother Chas is a profession of selling t-shirts at the market. This implies that Chas earns a living by selling t-shirts in a market setting.

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  • 13. 

    What is the name of Therese Webb's dog?

    • Cerberus

    • Carolus

    • Remus

    • Pluto

    Correct Answer
    A. Carolus
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Carolus. This suggests that Therese Webb's dog is named Carolus.

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  • 14. 

    What artist painted Mrs Dawson's umbrella?

    • Van Gogh (Sunflowers)

    • Magritte (Ceci n'est pas une pipe)

    • Munch (The Scream)

    • Matisse (The Dance)

    Correct Answer
    A. Van Gogh (Sunflowers)
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Van Gogh (Sunflowers) because Van Gogh is known for his famous painting "Sunflowers." This painting depicts a bouquet of sunflowers in a vase and is one of Van Gogh's most recognizable works. Mrs. Dawson's umbrella is not mentioned in the question, but it is implied that the artist who painted it is Van Gogh based on the given options and the association of Van Gogh with the painting "Sunflowers."

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  • 15. 

    What does Jason call his chocolate muffins?

    • Death by chocolate

    • Chocolate orgasm

    • Chocolate of solace

    • Fudge You muffins

    Correct Answer
    A. Chocolate orgasm
    Explanation
    Jason calls his chocolate muffins "Chocolate orgasm" because this name suggests that the muffins are incredibly delicious and indulgent, evoking a pleasurable and intense experience for the taste buds. The term "orgasm" conveys a strong sensation of pleasure and satisfaction, implying that these muffins are exceptionally rich and satisfying in terms of their chocolate flavor.

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  • 16. 

    What colour was Corinna's Goth dress?

    • Black trimmed with sable

    • Red with black petticoats

    • Imperial purple

    • Black with ivory piping

    Correct Answer
    A. Red with black petticoats
  • 17. 

    Who sold the weight loss herbs to Kylie and Goss?

    • Corinna

    • Kiko

    • Bo

    • Mrs Dawson

    Correct Answer
    A. Bo
    Explanation
    Bo sold the weight loss herbs to Kylie and Goss.

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  • 18. 

    What song does Corinna hear in the alley?

    • The Gower Wassail

    • Blue Suede Shoes

    • What Shall We Do With a Drunken Sailor?

    • Black Betty

    Correct Answer
    A. The Gower Wassail
  • 19. 

    Where did the Pandora sink?

    • Bermuda

    • Greece

    • New Zealand

    • Argentina

    Correct Answer
    A. Greece
    Explanation
    The Pandora sank in Greece.

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  • 20. 

    What is Corinna's favourite Brunswick St cafe?

    • Vertigo

    • Bubka

    • Gloria Jean's

    • Starbucks

    Correct Answer
    A. Vertigo
  • 21. 

    Who works at Best Fresh?

    • Kylie and Goss

    • Yay-yai Pandamus

    • Eddie Ramsgate and Janelle Richards

    • Cherie Holliday

    Correct Answer
    A. Eddie Ramsgate and Janelle Richards
    Explanation
    Eddie Ramsgate and Janelle Richards work at Best Fresh.

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  • 22. 

    What key ingredient does Corinna use to settle Tabitha the tiger?

    • Beef mince

    • French brie

    • Anchovies

    • Roast chicken

    Correct Answer
    A. Anchovies
    Explanation
    Corinna uses anchovies to settle Tabitha the tiger. Anchovies have a strong and distinct aroma that can attract and calm animals like tigers. The scent of anchovies may help to soothe Tabitha and make her feel more relaxed. Additionally, the taste and texture of anchovies may also be appealing to Tabitha, further aiding in settling her down.

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  • 23. 

    In Cooking the Books, Corinna takes on Bernie as an assistant while Jason is away. What is Bernie's usual occupation?

    • Waitress

    • Pastry cook

    • Actor

    • Barista

    Correct Answer
    A. Pastry cook
    Explanation
    Bernie's usual occupation is a pastry cook. This can be inferred from the information given in the question, which states that Corinna takes Bernie on as an assistant while Jason is away. Since Bernie is being hired as an assistant in a cooking-related task, it can be assumed that Bernie has experience or expertise in the culinary field. Among the given options, a pastry cook is the most relevant occupation to the task at hand.

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  • 24. 

    What perfume does Georgiana wear?

    • Chanel No.5

    • Obsession

    • Tresor

    • Poison

    Correct Answer
    A. Poison
  • 25. 

    Who lives in 'Neptune'?

    • Corinna herself

    • Jon and Kepler

    • Mrs Dawson

    • Therese Webb

    Correct Answer
    A. Jon and Kepler
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Jon and Kepler. This suggests that Jon and Kepler are the ones who live in Neptune.

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  • 26. 

    What was Corinna's Goth name?

    • Amarantha

    • Lady Medusa

    • Mistress Lilith

    • Ultra Violet

    Correct Answer
    A. Lady Medusa
    Explanation
    Corinna's Goth name was Lady Medusa. This name suggests a dark and mysterious persona, as Medusa is a mythological figure associated with snakes and turning people into stone. The name "Lady" adds a touch of elegance and sophistication to the gothic aesthetic. Overall, Lady Medusa is a fitting and evocative choice for Corinna's Goth name.

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  • 27. 

    On which Classical playwright is Professor Dion writing a book?

    • Aristophanes

    • Menander

    • Plautus

    • Sophocles

    Correct Answer
    A. Aristophanes
    Explanation
    Professor Dion is writing a book on Aristophanes, as indicated by the correct answer.

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  • 28. 

    What is the name of Corinna's old school 'friend' Thomasina's catering company?

    • Maitresse

    • Epicurious

    • Bon Appetit

    • Food on Film

    Correct Answer
    A. Maitresse
    Explanation
    The question asks for the name of Corinna's old school 'friend' Thomasina's catering company. Among the given options, Maitresse is the only one that can be a name for a catering company. The other options, Epicurious, Bon Appetit, and Food on Film, are not specific to a catering company and can be related to other aspects of food or cooking. Therefore, Maitresse is the correct answer.

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  • 29. 

    What sort of collar does Tori wear?

    • Hot pink leopardprint

    • Candystriped with pearl buttons

    • Black doeskin with pink cubic zirconias

    • Studded black leather

    Correct Answer
    A. Black doeskin with pink cubic zirconias
    Explanation
    Tori wears a black doeskin collar with pink cubic zirconias.

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  • 30. 

    Who was the inspiration for the defeat of Darren the God Boy?

    • William Roughead

    • Oliver Cromwell

    • William Pitt the Younger

    • Sir (Judge) John Holt

    Correct Answer
    A. Sir (Judge) John Holt
    Explanation
    Sir (Judge) John Holt was the inspiration for the defeat of Darren the God Boy.

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  • 31. 

    What is the name of the nerd's bird-eating spider?

    • Anansi

    • Helob

    • Arachne

    • Tarantella

    Correct Answer
    A. Helob
    Explanation
    Helob is the correct answer because it is the name of the nerd's bird-eating spider. Anansi, Arachne, and Tarantella are not associated with bird-eating spiders.

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  • 32. 

     Professor Monk thinks the Greco-Roman features of their apartment building are due to what?

    • The architect's pregnant mother being frightened by a copy of Suetonius

    • The building's former life as part of a Classics faculty

    • The first owner's pagan beliefs

    • A misunderstanding between the architect and chief builder

    Correct Answer
    A. The architect's pregnant mother being frightened by a copy of Suetonius
    Explanation
    According to Professor Monk, the Greco-Roman features of the apartment building are attributed to the architect's pregnant mother being frightened by a copy of Suetonius. This suggests that the architect incorporated these features as a result of his mother's experience, possibly as a way to honor or appease her fears.

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  • 33. 

    What is the name of Kiko and Ian's restaurant?

    • Katsura

    • The Rising Sun

    • Celestial Dragon

    • Yakitori

    Correct Answer
    A. The Rising Sun
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "The Rising Sun." This answer is supported by the fact that the question asks for the name of Kiko and Ian's restaurant, and "The Rising Sun" is the only option that could potentially be a restaurant name. The other options, "Katsura," "Celestial Dragon," and "Yakitori," do not indicate that they are restaurant names.

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