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Who was addressed first at the train station because he was the oldest in the group?
Justice Wargrave
Who waited on the slow train?
Philip and Vera
Who said, 'Our English summers are so treacherous'?
Vera
Why did Lombard think Macarther would ask about the war?
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Who saw Soldier Island for the first time at sunset? (Select all that apply)
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Who thought the island would be close to shore and crowned with a beautiful White House?
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Who believed there was something sinister about the rock that resembled a giant head?
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What was the name of the inn on the island?
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Who gave everyone a weird vibe at the inn?
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Who had a weather-beaten face, dark grey eyes, and an evasive expression?
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Who was worried about the boat's size? (Select all that apply)
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Who made a grand entrance just as the boat was about to leave?
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Who expected the guests to be more classy?
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The guests were not like those of whose parties?
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Who had never seen Mr. and Mrs. Owen?
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Who gave Fred orders?
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Who didn't believe Gabrielle Turl bought the island due to the guests?
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Even Fred thought everyone and everything was quite ___?
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What direction did the house face?
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Describe the house.
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Who first said it must be difficult to land in hard weather?
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A true gentleman is whom?
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Who thought the island was a delightful spot but felt uneasy and said it was a damned odd sort of place?
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Who reassured the frightened guests?
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What lined the halls of the entrance?
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What else was in the entrance hall?
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What time would dinner be served?
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When would they see Mr. Owen according to Mr. Rogers?
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What did Mrs. Rogers know about the guests?
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When were the Rogers hired?
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Have the Rogers ever seen the Owens?
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Where was the nursery rhyme in each room?
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What did Vera think about the poem?
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What haunts Vera?
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Who thought Fred was either ill-informed or wouldn't talk?
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Who could not afford to pay for a holiday or take one?
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What does Armstrong say he needs to forget?
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Do Mr. Wargrave and Dr. Armstrong have any prior connection?
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Did Wargrave remember Armstrong?
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Who said Armstrong was correct and cautious?
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Who thought all doctors are damned especially Harley Street ones?
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Who thought that the Rogers were a respectable pair?
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What does Anthony decide while taking a bubble bath?
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Who wasn't good at tying ties?
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Who said, 'Good thing, perhaps, that one can't foresee the future.'?
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Who thought about leaving the island before dinner?
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Why couldn't Macarther leave the island?
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Who did General Macarther think was not straight?
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Who is going to enjoy their week-long stay?
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What did Emily wear to dinner?
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Was Emily ready before dinner?
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What did Emily do in her room before dinner?
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What did Emily wear on her dress to dinner?
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Study Notes
Characters and Their Traits
- Justice Wargrave is addressed first at the train station as the oldest member of the group.
- Philip and Vera wait for a slow train, signaling their anticipation for the trip.
- Vera expresses skepticism about the nature of English summers, calling them treacherous.
- Lombard assumes that older men, like Macarthur, will inevitably ask about the war.
Arrival and Impressions
- Vera, Philip, and Macarthur see Soldier Island for the first time at sunset, which enhances its mysterious aura.
- Vera expected the island to be close to the shore and adorned with a beautiful White House, highlighting her romanticized visions.
- She feels uneasy about a rock resembling a giant head, sensing something sinister.
Location Details
- The inn on the island is known as Seven Stars Inn, offering a rustic charm.
- Blore gives a strange vibe at the inn, creating a sense of unease among the guests.
- Fred Narracott, the boatman, has a weather-beaten face with dark grey eyes and an evasive expression.
Reactions and Observations
- Emily and Wargrave both express concerns about the size of the boat, showcasing their cautiousness.
- Anthony Marston makes a grand entrance just before departure, indicating his confident nature.
- Fred anticipates more sophisticated guests and compares them unfavorably to those at Elmer Robson's parties.
Interactions with the Owens
- The guests have never seen Mr. and Mrs. Owen, enhancing the air of mystery surrounding their hosts.
- Mr. Morris provides direction to Fred, indicating a managerial role in the arrangement of the trip.
- Fred finds it suspect that Gabrielle Turl bought the island, revealing his skepticism about the motives behind the visit.
Setting the Scene
- The house faces south and is described as low, square, modern, and featuring rounded windows.
- Philip notes the difficulties of landing in poor weather, reflecting practical concerns.
- Lombard is identified as a true gentleman among the group, indicating his polished demeanor.
Uneasiness and Hauntings
- Macarthur finds the island delightful yet expresses unease, calling it an odd place.
- Mr. Rogers, the butler, reassures guests, attempting to ease their fears.
- The entrance hall is stocked with liquor and plenty of ice, creating a welcoming yet unsettling atmosphere.
Plans and Arrangements
- Dinner is scheduled for 8 PM, providing structure to the evening ahead.
- Mr. Rogers indicates guests will meet Mr. Owen the following day, adding suspense.
- Mrs. Rogers knows little about the guests, solely relying on a list for room assignments.
Background and Connections
- The Rogers were hired two days prior, illustrating a recent arrangement for their employment.
- The nursery rhyme is displayed in each guest room, adding to the island's eerie charm.
- Vera associates the poem with the island's name, Soldier Island, connecting her past to the present.
Personal Struggles
- Vera is haunted by the memory of a boy who drowned at sea, illustrating her emotional turmoil.
- Dr. Armstrong perceives Fred either as ill-informed or unwilling to communicate, indicating underlying tensions.
- Armstrong feels he cannot afford a holiday, emphasizing economic concerns among characters.
Relationships and Preconceptions
- Armstrong helps Wargrave in a prior case, establishing a connection between the two men.
- Wargrave recognizes Armstrong and regards him as correct and cautious, hinting at mutual respect.
- Wargrave harbors disdain for Harley Street doctors, further characterizing his views on profession and morality.
Events at the Island
- Wargrave admires the Rogers, deeming them respectable, showing his preference for order and propriety.
- Anthony, while in a bubble bath, mentally commits to pursuing a decision, demonstrating his impulsive nature.
- Blore struggles with tying his tie, hinting at his lack of refinement or sophistication.
Final Thoughts
- Macarthur considers leaving the island before dinner, demonstrating feelings of disquiet.
- He realizes that the boat won't return until the next day, trapping him in the situation.
- General Macarthur expresses distrust towards Lombard, signaling deeper conflicts among the guests.
- Lombard looks forward to enjoying the week-long stay, contrasting Macarthur's trepidation.
- Emily prepares meticulously for dinner, wearing a black silk dress and a Cairngorm brooch, indicating her attention to appearance and social norms.
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