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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. In "The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle," who delivers the black hat to Holmes?

2. What is the relationship between St. Simon and Flora Millar?

3. In "The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle," what does Holmes deduce about the owner of the hat based on the size?

4. In "The Adventure of the Noble Bachelor," what does Holmes consult to find information about Lord St. Simon's case?

5. What is found in the stomach of a goose?

Short Essay Questions

1. In "The Adventure of the Speckled Band," why does Helen go to see Holmes?

2. In "The Adventure of the Beryl Coronet," how does Holder end up with the Beryl Coronet?

3. In "The Adventure of the Engineer's Thumb," what does Colonel Lysander ask Victor to do in the country?

4. What is Ryder's role in the theft of the blue carbuncle?

5. In "The Adventure of the Engineer's Thumb," before agreeing to work, what does Victor ask Stark?

6. In "The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle," what does Holmes do with the criminal at the end of the story?

7. Why is "The Adventures of the Speckled Band" more of a favorite than "The Adventure of the Copper Beeches?"

8. How is "The Adventure of the Copper Beeches" similar to "The Adventures of the Speckled Band?"

9. In "The Adventure of the Speckled Band," what happens to Julia?

10. In "The Adventure of the Copper Beeches," why does Mr. Rucastle hire Miss Violet Hunter?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Holmes uses the process of deduction in solving his cases. Contrast this with more traditional detective work using inductive reasoning. What are the similarities and differences between these two types of reasoning?

Essay Topic 2

Do you think Holmes is brilliant or just lucky? Defend your argument with examples from the text.

Essay Topic 3

What are the characteristics of a Sherlock Holmes mystery? Use examples from the short stories to support your points.

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