Starter quiz

  • In the story 'The Speckled Band', who is Dr. Roylott?
    • Helen's fiancee
    • Julia and Helen's brother
    • Helen and Julia's stepfather  ✓
  • In 'The Speckled Band'. what is true regarding the wealth of Roylott's family?
    • They are extremely wealthy
    • They lost their wealth  ✓
    • They have never had great wealth
  • Which prejudiced belief did some Victorian readers have about spending time in British colonies?
    • Time in British colonies could make you less civilised  ✓
    • Time in British colonies could enhance your thinking
    • Time in British colonies could help you with your career
  • In 'The Speckled Band', what does Holmes find interesting about Roylott's lifestyle at Stoke Moran?
    • he has huge parties every night
    • he never looked for a new partner
    • he barely has friends and keeps exotic pets  ✓
  • In 'The Speckled Band', what does Roylott accuse Holmes of when they meet?
    • courting Helen
    • meddling in his affairs  ✓
    • sneaking into Stoke Moran
  • In 'The Speckled Band', in which tone does Holmes call Roylott an 'amiable person'?
    • genuine
    • sarcastic  ✓
    • jealous
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