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

2. What word is the only one not taken from a newspaper with Sir Henry's object?

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

4. What does Holmes advise to Watson before Watson leaves for Devonshire with Sir Henry and Dr. Mortimer?

5. What does Holmes deduce about the sender of Sir Henry's object?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Holmes want Watson to report only the facts to him?

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

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 significant about Holmes's deduction that Sir Charles was actually running?

5. What was wrong with Holmes's deductions of Dr. Mortimer?

6. Who is Selden and why is he significant to everyone?

7. What is dangerous about the Grimpen Mire?

8. What is the relationship between Sir Charles and Dr. Mortimer?

9. What is Hugo's evil act, as relayed in the manuscript?

10. Why does Holmes go into complete seclusion for the rest of the day?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the use of foreshadowing in this novel. Using at least three examples, discuss how they are used to indicate the next turn of the plot.

Essay Topic 2

Explain deduction. How is it used by the characters in the novel? Why is it so necessary for Holmes to see only the facts and to never actually theorize? Is this a realistic approach to unraveling mysteries? Why or why not? Cite specific examples from the text to back up your arguments.

Essay Topic 3

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.

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