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Hound of the Baskervilles
Arthur Conan Doyle
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In what context does Holmes become more accessible to readers?
His posturing and pretention
His genius and intuition
Watson's adulation
His observation skills
2
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What word describes Holmes and Watson's relationship?
Co-dependent
Trusting
Boring
Ridiculous
3
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Stapleton is which two qualities incarnate?
Bookishness and kindness
Ill will and malice
Wit and vigour
Grace and intelligence
4
of 5
Which character is the convict a foil/parallel for?
Mortimer
Watson
Barrymore
Stapleton
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What factor makes Stapleton a worthy adversary, unlike the convict?
His intelligence
His cruelty
His class
His crimes
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