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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. After meeting Sir Henry for the first time, what is Holmes's initial advice to him?

2. Why does Holmes change his mind about Sir Henry going to Baskerville Hall?

3. What would Dr. Mortimer like to do?

4. What name did the bearded man who followed Sir Henry give the cabman?

5. Before the death of Sir Charles, what had appeared to people on the moor?

Short Essay Questions

1. Based on Watson's examination of the walking-stick, how does he describe Dr. Mortimer?

2. What is the significance of the strange discovery by Sir Charles's body?

3. Sir Henry uses the term "dime novel" to suggest his feelings on the whole matter. What does this say about Sir Henry?

4. What is Stapleton's theory about how Sir Charles died?

5. What is significant about Holmes's deduction that Sir Charles was actually running?

6. How does Watson feel about Sir Henry?

7. Why does Watson now suspect Barrymore is the murderer?

8. What is significant about the letter being made up of words from the London Times?

9. What are Holmes's deductions of Dr. Mortimer from his walking-stick, and how did he arrive at them?

10. What is significant about the fact that Mrs. Barrymore received the telegram instead of her husband?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The hound of legend is wholly a creature from the moors. In fact, throughout the novel, it seems as if the characters (as depicted by Watson) are constantly battling the elements of the moor and how it makes them feel, from the weather to the landmarks to the hound itself. Discuss in detail how the characters are set against the moor and what it means to the story. Be sure to give strong examples and explain them thoroughly.

Essay Topic 2

Explain the themes of reality and superstition as they relate to this novel. Take into account the story of the Baskerville hound and how different people react to the events around them. Consider who reacts most viscerally to the idea that the hound is supernatural and who believes most firmly that the hound is not.

Essay Topic 3

What are the dynamics of Holmes and Watson's relationship? How do they work together to solve the case? How do Watson and Holmes reflect upon each other?

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