Sherlock Holmes Trivia Quiz 1

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    What is the name of Sherlock and Johns landlady?

    • Mrs Hudson
    • Mrs Jones
    • Mrs Hogson
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Dive into the world of deduction with our Sherlock Holmes Trivia Quiz! Test your knowledge on key details from the iconic detective series, including character insights, plot elements, and critical scenes. Perfect for fans and enthusiasts eager to challenge their Sherlockian expertise.

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  • 2. 

    What is Sherlocks and Dr Watsons Address?

    • 231B Baker Street

    • 231B Baker Street

    • 221B Baker Street

    Correct Answer
    A. 221B Baker Street
    Explanation
    The address of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson is 221B Baker Street. This is a famous address in London associated with the fictional detective Sherlock Holmes, created by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. The "B" in the address is often misunderstood as an apartment number, but it actually refers to the upper floor of the building. The address has become iconic and is widely recognized as the residence of Sherlock Holmes in literature and adaptations.

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  • 3. 

    Who was the Serial Killer?

    • The Taxi Driver

    • The Butcher

    • The Schizophrenic

    Correct Answer
    A. The Taxi Driver
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "The Taxi Driver" because the question is asking about the identity of a serial killer, and out of the three options given, the taxi driver is the most likely candidate for being a serial killer. This is because taxi drivers have access to different individuals on a regular basis, making it easier for them to target and harm multiple victims without raising suspicion. The other two options, "The Butcher" and "The Schizophrenic," do not provide any specific information that links them to being a serial killer.

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  • 4. 

    What was the one thing that was missing from the victims suitcase?

    • Phone

    • Purse

    • Laptop

    Correct Answer
    A. Phone
    Explanation
    The one thing that was missing from the victim's suitcase was a phone.

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  • 5. 

    How many sugars does Sherlock have in his Black Coffee?

    • One

    • Two

    • None

    Correct Answer
    A. Two
    Explanation
    Sherlock has two sugars in his black coffee.

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  • 6. 

    What was the word the Victim scracted into the floor using her fingernails before she died?

    • Rache

    • Reche

    • Rachel

    Correct Answer
    A. Rache
    Explanation
    The word "Rache" is the correct answer. This word is significant because it means "revenge" in German. The victim, before dying, scratched this word into the floor using her fingernails, indicating that she was seeking revenge or trying to convey a message related to revenge.

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  • 7. 

    Which is not a member of the police which Sherlock and John liase with?

    • Anderson

    • Philips

    • Donovan

    Correct Answer
    A. Philips
  • 8. 

    Where did Sherlock find the suitcase?

    • In a Taxi

    • In a Skip

    • Under the Bed

    Correct Answer
    A. In a Skip
    Explanation
    Sherlock found the suitcase in a skip. A skip is a large container used for collecting and disposing of waste materials. In this scenario, it suggests that the suitcase was discarded or thrown away and Sherlock came across it while searching through the skip.

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  • 9. 

    The first message Sherlock sent using Watsons cellphone said what?

    • "What happened last night? I must have blacked out"

    • "You see, but you do not observe. The distinction is clear."

    • "If brother has green ladder arrest brother"

    Correct Answer
    A. "If brother has green ladder arrest brother"
    Explanation
    The correct answer suggests that the first message Sherlock sent using Watson's cellphone was "If brother has green ladder arrest brother." This implies that Sherlock is investigating a case involving a green ladder and suspects that Watson's brother may be involved in some illegal activity related to it. The message indicates Sherlock's intention to take action and potentially arrest Watson's brother if the evidence supports it.

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  • 10. 

    Find the Hidden Message using Grid Cipher SOMNEHCCGTEKOTYRIMOOLAIGU 

    Correct Answer
    SHERLOCK I AM COMING TO GET YOU
    sherlock i am coming to get you
    Sherlock I am coming to get you
    Sherlock I AM Coming To Get You
    Explanation
    The hidden message is "SHERLOCK I AM COMING TO GET YOU" in different cases. This is inferred from the given text "SOMNEHCCGTEKOTYRIMOOLAIGU" using a grid cipher. The letters are arranged in a grid, and by reading them row by row, the hidden message can be deciphered. The different cases in the answer options suggest that the original message may be in uppercase, lowercase, or a mix of both.

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