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1. Why do the journalists visit High Haven in Part 1, Chapter 1?

The journalists visit High Haven because they want to see whether or not it abandoned. There was a rumor that the mansion was empty, so they need to find out for themselves.

2. What happens when the reporters go to write about High Haven after visiting it for the first time?

When the reporters begin to write about High Haven, they all want to have the first completed article about the mansion. A Canadian reporter finishes his article, but it is rejected. The dwarf's article is also rejected. Eventually, Craw has his article published.

3. What does Craw reveal about the British Secret Service in his article about High Haven?

Craw reveals that the British Secret Service had a Russian spy working for them. He re-names the British Secret Service the "Circus."

4. How do the Tuscan villagers feel about Jerry?

The Tuscan villagers love to gossip about Jerry. The disapprove of his relationship with "the orphan", and they think he is a wealthy Englishman who doesn't care about other people.

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