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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 is Barrymore angry after Sir Henry and Watson learn the truth of his strange behavior?

2. According to Mrs. Lyons, what did she do the night she was to meet with Sir Charles?

3. What had Stapleton falsely promised Mrs. Lyons?

4. How did Stapleton convince Mrs. Lyons to not meet with Sir Charles the night he died?

5. What does Stapleton do when he visits Baskerville Hall after Watson has followed Sir Henry?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Stapleton appear to oppose a match between his sister and Sir Henry?

2. What does the hound look like?

3. What is significant about the discovery of Sir Henry's boot in Grimpen Mire?

4. Why can Holmes not arrest Stapleton?

5. Why did Laura Lyons need so much help?

6. What does Watson believe about the supernatural possibilities of the hound?

7. What is suspicious of Barrymore's behavior?

8. Why does Frankland file so many lawsuits?

9. What are Watson's impressions of the mysterious figure he sees on the tor?

10. According to Mrs. Barrymore, how did Selden become the man he is?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Watson is initially hurt by Holmes's deception of living on the moor, despite Holmes's assurances that Watson's efforts have not been in vain. How do Watson's feelings on this matter reflect upon his character and his relationship with Holmes? How does Holmes's deception and his reaction to Watson discovering him reflect upon himself?

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

Laura Lyons, Mrs. Stapleton, and Mrs. Barrymore all have contentious relationships with men in their lives (Stapleton and Selden, respectively). Discuss their relationships and how they reflect upon their characters. Additionally, discuss whether the author is making a statement about the dependability of these women or how they are dependent upon the men.

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