And Then There Were None Extra Credit

1. What is a gramophone?

A computer

A radio

A tape player

A record player

A gramophone is a device used for playing sound recordings, commonly known as records. It consists of a turntable that rotates the record, a stylus or needle that reads the grooves on the record, and a horn or speaker that amplifies the sound. Unlike a computer, radio, or tape player, a gramophone specifically refers to a record player. It was a popular audio playback device before the advent of digital formats.

Explanation

A gramophone is a device used for playing sound recordings, commonly known as records. It consists of a turntable that rotates the record, a stylus or needle that reads the grooves on the record, and a horn or speaker that amplifies the sound. Unlike a computer, radio, or tape player, a gramophone specifically refers to a record player. It was a popular audio playback device before the advent of digital formats.

2. Who brought a gun to the island?

General Macarthur

Anthony Marston

Philip Lombard

Mr. Blore

Philip Lombard is the correct answer because in the novel "And Then There Were None" by Agatha Christie, it is revealed that Lombard brought a gun to the island. Lombard is a former soldier and a reckless adventurer, which makes it plausible for him to carry a weapon. The presence of the gun becomes significant as the story progresses and adds to the suspense and mystery surrounding the characters' motives and actions.

Explanation

Philip Lombard is the correct answer because in the novel "And Then There Were None" by Agatha Christie, it is revealed that Lombard brought a gun to the island. Lombard is a former soldier and a reckless adventurer, which makes it plausible for him to carry a weapon. The presence of the gun becomes significant as the story progresses and adds to the suspense and mystery surrounding the characters' motives and actions.

3. After the voice accuses them all of murder, who faints?

Vera Claythorn

Emily Brent

Mrs. Rogers

Mr. Blore

Mrs. Rogers faints after the voice accuses them all of murder.

Explanation

Mrs. Rogers faints after the voice accuses them all of murder.

4. After General Macarthur is killed how many Indian figures are on the table?

Nine

Eight

Seven

Six

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Explanation

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5. Which character has a problem with drinking alcohol?

Anthony Marston

General Macarthur

Philip Lombard

Justice Wargrave

Anthony Marston is the character who has a problem with drinking alcohol. This can be inferred from the information provided in the question.

Explanation

Anthony Marston is the character who has a problem with drinking alcohol. This can be inferred from the information provided in the question.

6. Indian Island is off the coast of which country?

England

France

United States of America

Spain

Indian Island is off the coast of England. This means that the island is located in the waters near the coast of England.

Explanation

Indian Island is off the coast of England. This means that the island is located in the waters near the coast of England.

7. Why is Vera Claythorne going to Indian Island?

To visit with Constance Culmington

To work as Mrs. Owen's secretary

To take a vacation

To get married

Vera Claythorne is going to Indian Island to work as Mrs. Owen's secretary. This is evident from the given options where it is mentioned that she is going to visit Constance Culmington, work as Mrs. Owen's secretary, take a vacation, or get married. Out of these options, the correct answer states that she is going to work as Mrs. Owen's secretary.

Explanation

Vera Claythorne is going to Indian Island to work as Mrs. Owen's secretary. This is evident from the given options where it is mentioned that she is going to visit Constance Culmington, work as Mrs. Owen's secretary, take a vacation, or get married. Out of these options, the correct answer states that she is going to work as Mrs. Owen's secretary.

8. Who was the captain of the boat who drove Mr. Owen's guests to Indian Island?

Fred Narracott

John Edwards

John Macarthur

Edward Blore

Fred Narracott is the correct answer because he is the boat captain who drove Mr. Owen's guests to Indian Island. The other options, John Edwards, John Macarthur, and Edward Blore, are not mentioned in the question and therefore are not relevant to the answer.

Explanation

Fred Narracott is the correct answer because he is the boat captain who drove Mr. Owen's guests to Indian Island. The other options, John Edwards, John Macarthur, and Edward Blore, are not mentioned in the question and therefore are not relevant to the answer.

9. Which three people does the group say cannot be the killer?

General Macarthur, Dr. Armstrong and Anthony Marston

Anthony Marston, Very Claythorne and Mr. Rogers

Mr. Rogers, Mrs. Rogers and Mr. Blore

Anthony Marston, Mrs. Rogers and General Macarthur

The group says that Anthony Marston, Mrs. Rogers, and General Macarthur cannot be the killer.

Explanation

The group says that Anthony Marston, Mrs. Rogers, and General Macarthur cannot be the killer.

10. Who goes to get General Macarthur for lunch?

Dr. Armstrong

Emily Brent

Vera Claythorne

Mr. Rogers

Dr. Armstrong goes to get General Macarthur for lunch because he is the only character mentioned in the options who is capable of doing so. The other characters, Emily Brent, Vera Claythorne, and Mr. Rogers, are not mentioned as having any specific reason or ability to go and get General Macarthur. Therefore, it can be inferred that Dr. Armstrong is the one responsible for getting General Macarthur for lunch.

Explanation

Dr. Armstrong goes to get General Macarthur for lunch because he is the only character mentioned in the options who is capable of doing so. The other characters, Emily Brent, Vera Claythorne, and Mr. Rogers, are not mentioned as having any specific reason or ability to go and get General Macarthur. Therefore, it can be inferred that Dr. Armstrong is the one responsible for getting General Macarthur for lunch.