The Big Sleep (Leaving Cert English): Quizzes

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In what year was 'The Big Sleep' published?

1939

Where is 'The Big Sleep' set?

1930s Los Angeles

Who hires Philip Marlowe to investigate a blackmail case?

General Sternwood

Who is blackmailing the Sternwood family at the start of the case?

Arthur Geiger

What condition is Carmen in when Marlowe finds her at Geiger's house?

Drugged, naked, and incoherent

Who was Owen Taylor?

The Sternwoods' chauffeur

Who murders Joe Brody and why?

Carol Lundgren, for revenge

What is Eddie Mars's profession?

Casino owner

Who kills the small-time criminal Harry Jones?

Lash Canino

Who does Marlowe kill in a shootout?

Lash Canino

Who actually murdered Rusty Regan?

Carmen Sternwood

What does Marlowe demand happen to Carmen at the end?

She be sent to a psychiatric institution

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