And Then There Were None Chapter 9 Flashcards

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Who accuses who of giving Mrs. Rogers an overdose of sleeping medication?

Vera / Lombard

Blore / Armstrong (correct)

Macarthur / Wargrave

Armstrong / Blore

What does Blore question Lombard about?

His identity

The gun he carries

His connection to the killer

All of the above (correct)

What does Lombard believe?

They have all been led to be trapped on the island by the killer.

What does lunch include?

Cold ham, cold tongue, boiled potatoes, cheese, biscuits, canned fruit. Signup and view all the answers

What did Mr. Rogers say about the food situation?

There is plenty of canned food in the pantry. Signup and view all the answers

What does Mrs. Brent say about the weather?

The wind is quite strong, and there are white horses on the sea. Signup and view all the answers

What does Wargrave say when he enters the room about the men who explored the island?

You've had an active morning. Signup and view all the answers

What does Vera do when she arrives to lunch?

Apologizes for her late appearance. Signup and view all the answers

Who is the last to 'arrive' and who goes to get him?

Macarthur / Armstrong. Signup and view all the answers

Who mentions a storm coming?

Emily Brent / Blore. Signup and view all the answers

What do the guests hear and who informs them Macarthur is dead?

Running feet, Armstrong. Signup and view all the answers

What is heard beating against the roof?

Rain. Signup and view all the answers

Who notices the 7 soldier figurines on the table?

Vera Signup and view all the answers

What does Armstrong say killed Macarthur?

A blunt object (rubber hammer, life preserver, something that didn't break the skin). Signup and view all the answers

Who took charge of the situation and what did they say?

Wargrave, he explained that he agreed with the men who explored the island, the killer was one of them. Signup and view all the answers

Wargrave describes one of the soldiers as what?

A 'bogus' little soldier boy. Signup and view all the answers

What does everyone agree on?

Both A and B Signup and view all the answers

Why does Armstrong feel he can be disqualified as the killer?

He is a professional. Signup and view all the answers

What does Lombard feel about the women?

Both A and C Signup and view all the answers

What does Armstrong say about Macarthur's kill?

A woman would have been easily strong enough to have killed him if hit in the right spot on the head with a hard enough object. Signup and view all the answers

What does Vera think about Wargrave who looks at her with a cold stare?

He is insane and doesn't like her, that he looks at her like a specimen. Signup and view all the answers

What does Mrs. Brent feel about herself committing the murders?

It is ridiculous because of her superior character. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Lombard feel Mr. Rogers can be ruled out?

His 'lack' of intelligence (he is a servant/butler), and because his wife was one of the victims. Signup and view all the answers

Wargrave repeats nobody can be innocent because of their:

Character, position, probability, facts. Signup and view all the answers

Looking at just the facts shows that anyone could've been the killer?

True. Signup and view all the answers

Who could have given Mrs. Rogers an overdose?

Anyone. Signup and view all the answers

Who could have hit Macarthur with a heavy object/poisoned Marston?

Anyone. Signup and view all the answers

What is everybody warned?

To suspect one another for to be forewarned is to be forearmed. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Accusations and Suspicion

Blore accuses Armstrong of administering an overdose of sleeping medication to Mrs. Rogers.
Questioning arises about Lombard's motives, including why he carries a gun and his misleading identity claims.

Beliefs and Meal Context

Lombard asserts they are trapped on the island by a killer’s design.
Lunch consists of cold ham, cold tongue, boiled potatoes, cheese, biscuits, and canned fruit.
Mr. Rogers reassures that ample canned food is available in the pantry.

Weather and Observations

Mrs. Brent comments on the weather, noting strong winds and white-capped waves.
Wargrave makes a keen remark to the men who explored the island, highlighting his alertness despite his age.

Dynamics Among Guests

Vera arrives late for lunch and apologizes for her tardiness.
Macarthur is the last to appear, prompting Armstrong to check on him.
A discussion about incoming storms emerges from Emily Brent and Blore.

Discovery of Death

Guests hear running footsteps and are informed by Armstrong that Macarthur is dead, causing Vera to exclaim "Dead!"
Rain is audible, beating against the roof, underscoring the tense atmosphere.

Soldier Figurines and Assumptions

Vera and Mr. Rogers notice the seven soldier figurines on the table, symbolizing the guests' struggles.
Armstrong identifies that Macarthur was killed by a blunt object without breaking the skin.

Leadership and Investigation

Wargrave takes charge of the investigation, aligning with the men who searched the island and proposing the killer is among them.
A “bogus” soldier description is given, illustrating the characters' disillusionment.

Analyzing Potential Culprits

Consensus forms that the killer must be one of them, prompting a review of evidence.
Armstrong believes his professional status excludes him from suspicion, but Wargrave counters that professionals can also be killers.
Lombard expresses doubt over the women’s strength, while Wargrave counters, reminding that women have committed serious crimes.

Character Assessments

Lombard is depicted as narrow-minded and prejudiced.
Armstrong comments that a woman could have killed Macarthur if the blow was executed correctly.
Vera perceives Wargrave as insane, feeling scrutinized by his cold gaze.

Moral Dilemmas and Assumptions

Mrs. Brent finds the notion of her guilt laughable due to her moral superiority, but acknowledges that no one can be excused without full evidence, attributing the murders to a "devil's possession" among them.
Lombard believes Mr. Rogers can be ruled out due to his limited intelligence and the fact that his wife was a victim.

Evaluating Innocence

Wargrave reiterates that innocence cannot be determined by character or position alone.
Analyzing the facts reveals that suspicion should be evenly distributed among all guests.

Thoughts on the Murders

It's proposed that anyone could have given Mrs. Rogers an overdose, with suspicion landing primarily on Armstrong and Mr. Rogers.
The potential for anyone to have struck Macarthur or poisoned Marston is acknowledged.

Final Warnings

Guests are advised to suspect one another, highlighting that being forewarned is equivalent to being forearmed in their precarious situation.

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Test your knowledge of Chapter 9 from Agatha Christie's 'And Then There Were None' with these flashcards. Understand the characters' accusations, motives, and the unfolding mystery as they navigate peril on the island. Perfect for revision or deepening your comprehension of the text.