Hound Of The Baskervilles

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Hound Of The Baskervilles - Quiz

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Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    The cabman reported to Holmes that his passenger was

    • A.

      Barrymore

    • B.

      Sherlock Holmes

    • C.

      Hugo

    Correct Answer
    B. Sherlock Holmes
    Explanation
    The cabman reported to Holmes that his passenger was Sherlock Holmes. This means that the cabman informed Holmes about the identity of his passenger. The other options, Barrymore and Hugo, are not mentioned in the question and therefore cannot be the correct answer.

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  • 2. 

    What sound does Watson hear the first night he arrives?

    • A.

      Low music

    • B.

      Footsteps

    • C.

      Crying

    Correct Answer
    C. Crying
    Explanation
    On the first night Watson arrives, he hears crying. This indicates that there is someone in distress or emotional pain. The sound of crying suggests vulnerability and sadness, possibly foreshadowing the challenges and emotional turmoil that Watson may encounter during his stay.

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  • 3. 

    Stapelton gives this reason for the outburst at the romance between Sir Henry and his sister:

    • A.

      He did not want to lose his only companion

    • B.

      He did not like Sir Henry

    • C.

      She was his wife actually

    Correct Answer
    C. She was his wife actually
    Explanation
    In "The Hound of the Baskervilles," Stapleton gives the reason for his outburst at the romance between Sir Henry and his sister by claiming that he did not want to lose his only companion. However, the true reason, as revealed later in the story, is that the woman presented as his sister is actually his wife. Stapleton's deception is part of his elaborate plot surrounding the Baskerville curse and his attempts to claim the Baskerville fortune for himself.

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  • 4. 

    The hound accidentally went after Seldon because

    • A.

      He was closer in distance

    • B.

      He smelled like Sir Henry

    • C.

      He had let the hound loose

    Correct Answer
    B. He smelled like Sir Henry
    Explanation
    The hound accidentally went after Seldon because he smelled like Sir Henry. This suggests that the hound was specifically targeting individuals who had a similar scent to Sir Henry. The scent of Sir Henry may have triggered the hound's instinct to attack, causing it to mistakenly go after Seldon instead.

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  • 5. 

    This is Holmes final clue that leads to the motive behind the crime

    • A.

      Laura's letter

    • B.

      Sir Charles's will

    • C.

      Hugo's portrait

    Correct Answer
    C. Hugo's portrait
    Explanation
    Hugo's portrait is the final clue that leads to the motive behind the crime because it potentially reveals a connection between Hugo and the crime. The portrait could provide insights into Hugo's relationship with the victim, Sir Charles, or any hidden motives he may have had. By examining the portrait closely, Holmes may be able to uncover crucial details or evidence that shed light on the motive behind the crime.

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  • 6. 

    This made the hound look fierce and supernatural:

    • A.

      Phosphorous

    • B.

      Neon

    • C.

      Potassium

    Correct Answer
    A. Phosphorous
    Explanation
    Phosphorous, when ignited, produces a bright and intense light that can create an eerie and otherworldly appearance. This could explain why it made the hound look fierce and supernatural. The glowing effect of phosphorous could have enhanced the hound's features and given it a more menacing and unnatural appearance.

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  • 7. 

    The hound was kept

    • A.

      In a dungeon

    • B.

      Near the mire

    • C.

      In a house

    Correct Answer
    B. Near the mire
    Explanation
    In "The Hound of the Baskervilles" by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, the hound was kept on the moor, specifically in the mire surrounding the Baskerville estate. The legend of the hound and its haunting presence on the moor play a central role in the mystery and atmosphere of the story, with the Grimpen Mire being a particularly dangerous and eerie part of the moor. The hound was not kept in a dungeon or a house, but roamed the moor and was associated with the desolate and treacherous mire.

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  • 8. 

    Stapelton, when pressed, says that the  creepy sound on the moor is from

    • A.

      Bitterns

    • B.

      A horse stuck in the mud

    • C.

      Seldon

    Correct Answer
    A. Bitterns
    Explanation
    Stapelton suggests that the creepy sound on the moor is from bitterns. Bitterns are a type of bird known for their distinctive booming call, which can be quite eerie. This explanation aligns with the fact that the sound is described as creepy. Additionally, bitterns are known to inhabit wetland areas, such as moors, so it is plausible that their calls could be heard in that environment.

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  • 9. 

    The hound was owned by

    • A.

      Laura Lyons

    • B.

      Seldon

    • C.

      Stapelton

    Correct Answer
    C. Stapelton
  • 10. 

    Holmes lived, while watching the case, in

    • A.

      Neolithic dwellings

    • B.

      A basement

    • C.

      The Grimpen Mire

    Correct Answer
    A. Neolithic dwellings
    Explanation
    Holmes lived in Neolithic dwellings while watching the case. Neolithic dwellings refer to the homes and settlements that were built during the Neolithic period, which was around 10,000 to 2,000 BC. This suggests that Holmes lived in ancient and primitive housing structures while he was involved in the case. The mention of Neolithic dwellings also adds a historical and archaeological context to the story, indicating that Holmes was immersed in a different time period while investigating the case.

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