- Identify and analyze the clues Sherlock Holmes used to determine the ruse of the three Garridebs.
- Explain John Garrideb's motives for creating the story of Alexander Hamilton Garrideb.
- Discuss John Garrideb's reluctance to involve Holmes in the search for the third Garrideb.
- Describe Roger Presbury and his connection to John Garrideb.
- Analyze how Holmes deduced John Garrideb's destination and his expectations upon arrival.
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Understanding the Text
- Clues Sherlock Holmes Worked Upon: What clues did Sherlock Holmes work upon to get at the fact that the story of the three Garridebs was a ruse?
- John Garrideb's Objective: What was John Garrideb's objective in inventing the story of Alexander Hamilton Garrideb and his legacy?
- Holmes' Involvement: Why didn't John Garrideb like the idea of including Holmes in the hunt for the third Garrideb?
- Roger Presbury: Who was Roger Presbury and how was John Garrideb connected with him?
- Holmes' Prediction: How did Holmes guess that John Garrideb would go to 136, Little Ryder Street? Did he expect to find what he ultimately did before he went there?
Talking About the Text
- Holmes and Watson's Relationship: Discuss the comment, 'It was worth a wound-it was worth many wounds-to know the depth of loyalty and love that lay behind that cold mask.' How does this comment throw light on the kind of relationship between Holmes and Watson?
- Clues Left by Criminals: The cleverest of criminals leave behind clues to their crime.
- Holmes' Digressions: How did Holmes' digressions sometimes prove in the end to have a bearing on the matter at hand? Discuss this with reference to all the apparently irrelevant points he was trying to gather information from.
Appreciation
- Structure of the Short Story: Examine the structure of the short story 'Adventure of the Three Garridebs' with the help of this framework:
- The narrator of the story
- Introduction of the topic of the story
- Introduction of the main characters in the plot
- Development of the plot
- Climax
- Resolution of the mystery.
- Subtle Humour: Examine the subtle humour in the narration of the story that lightens the gravity of the subject matter.
Practice Test – MCQs, True/False
TopMultiple Choice Questions
A.
A hidden treasure
B.
A counterfeiter's outfit
C.
A secret passage
D.
A collection of rare coins
Correct Answer: B
Solution:
Holmes and Watson discovered a counterfeiter's outfit in the cellar, including a printing press and counterfeit notes.
A.
To clear the stage for his own investigation
B.
To ensure Nathan's safety
C.
To verify the legitimacy of the American lawyer
D.
To follow Nathan secretly
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
Holmes allowed Nathan Garrideb to travel to Birmingham to clear the stage for his own investigation, as it would be easier to investigate without Nathan's presence.
A.
To inherit an estate in America
B.
To complete a whimsical quest
C.
To gain a financial reward
D.
To fulfill a family tradition
Correct Answer: C
Solution:
Nathan Garrideb was motivated by the promise of a financial reward, as he was assured that he would be bought out for five million dollars if another Garrideb was found.
A.
By recognizing his face from the Rogues' Portrait Gallery.
B.
By his distinctive American accent.
C.
By his knowledge of American law.
D.
By his familiarity with the Garrideb family.
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
Holmes identified the American lawyer as 'Killer' Evans by recognizing his face from the Rogues' Portrait Gallery at Scotland Yard.
A.
He wanted to expand his family.
B.
He was promised a large sum of money.
C.
He wished to prove a point to Holmes.
D.
He wanted to move to America.
Correct Answer: B
Solution:
Mr. Nathan Garrideb was eager to find another Garrideb because he was promised five million dollars if he could do so.
A.
Holmes valued Watson's loyalty and companionship.
B.
Watson had specialized knowledge about American law.
C.
Watson was the only one who could identify 'Killer' Evans.
D.
Watson insisted on participating for personal reasons.
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
Holmes valued Watson's loyalty and companionship, which was evident in their shared history of facing danger together.
A.
To clear the stage for further investigation
B.
To ensure the lawyer would not suspect Holmes
C.
To gather more evidence in Birmingham
D.
To follow the lawyer and catch him in the act
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
Holmes decided it was better to clear the stage by letting the lawyer go to Birmingham, allowing him to investigate further without interference.
A.
He was a counterfeiter whose machinery was hidden in Nathan Garrideb's room.
B.
He was a wealthy relative of John Garrideb.
C.
He was a detective assisting Holmes in the investigation.
D.
He was an innocent victim caught in the crossfire.
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
Roger Presbury was a counterfeiter, and his machinery was hidden in Nathan Garrideb's room, which 'Killer' Evans wanted to access.
A.
It indicated the advertisement was printed in haste.
B.
It revealed the advertisement's American origin.
C.
It suggested a hidden code.
D.
It was a deliberate attempt to mislead readers.
Correct Answer: B
Solution:
The misspelling in the advertisement indicated its American origin, as it was a typical American spelling mistake.
A.
Holmes wanted to gather more evidence.
B.
Holmes believed the lawyer's intentions were genuine.
C.
Holmes wanted to clear the stage by letting him go.
D.
Holmes was unsure about the lawyer's identity.
Correct Answer: C
Solution:
Holmes allowed the American lawyer to proceed with his plan to send Nathan Garrideb to Birmingham to clear the stage and better understand the lawyer's intentions.
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Correct Answer: False
Solution:
Holmes deduced that the advertisement, despite purporting to be from an English firm, was actually American due to its language and style.
Correct Answer: True
Solution:
Holmes pointed out that the word 'plough' was misspelt in a way that was typical of American English, indicating the advertisement's American origin.
Correct Answer: False
Solution:
John Garrideb, known as 'Killer' Evans, had a sinister and murderous reputation, having shot several men.
Correct Answer: True
Solution:
Holmes noticed that the word 'plough' was misspelled in a way that was typical of American English, suggesting the advertisement was not genuinely from an English firm.
Correct Answer: True
Solution:
Holmes noticed the word 'plough' was misspelled in a way that suggested an American origin, which was a clue to the ruse.
Correct Answer: True
Solution:
Watson found the name 'Garrideb' listed in the telephone directory.
Correct Answer: False
Solution:
Nathan Garrideb was not interested in leaving his collection to acquire an estate in America.
Correct Answer: True
Solution:
Holmes noted that the misspelling of 'plough' was typical of American English, indicating the advertisement's origin.
Correct Answer: False
Solution:
John Garrideb did not like the idea of including Holmes in the hunt for the third Garrideb, as it was part of his ruse.
Correct Answer: False
Solution:
Nathan Garrideb was not interested in acquiring an estate in America; he was more interested in his collection.
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