And Then There Were None: Characters & Suspicions

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Who do Lombard and Vera rule out?

Lombard and Vera

Who does Lombard suspect?

Wargrave

Why does Lombard suspect him?

Because he plays god so much that he thinks he can control who lives and who dies.

Who does Vera suspect?

Dr Armstrong Signup and view all the answers

Why does Vera suspect him?

He's a doctor so he knows a lot about poison. 2 deaths were caused by poison, he gave Mrs Rogers the trianal that killed her, and no one would suspect a doctor. Signup and view all the answers

What is Blore doing?

He's wondering who the killer is. Signup and view all the answers

Who does Rogers suspect?

He doesn't know. Signup and view all the answers

What does Armstrong want to do?

Leave the island. Signup and view all the answers

Who thinks the boat isn't coming?

Wargrave Signup and view all the answers

Who does Wargrave suspect?

He won't tell Armstrong. Signup and view all the answers

What is Emily doing?

Reading her bible. Signup and view all the answers

What did she write in her diary?

She's writing about how Macarthur was killed and his cousin is married to Elsie MacPherson. Signup and view all the answers

Who does Emily suspect?

Beatrice. Signup and view all the answers

What is the storm condition?

Getting worse. Signup and view all the answers

What is everyone drinking?

Tea. Signup and view all the answers

What did Rogers notice?

The bathroom curtain is gone. Signup and view all the answers

Who went to bed first?

Emily and Vera. Signup and view all the answers

What did everyone do before they went to bed?

Locked the doors. Signup and view all the answers

What was Rogers doing?

Setting the table. Signup and view all the answers

What does Rogers do to the pantry?

He locks it so nothing can happen to the figures. Signup and view all the answers

What did Rogers do with the key?

He hid it in his wardrobe. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Characters and Suspicions

Lombard and Vera rule out various suspects from their group.
Lombard suspects Wargrave due to his authoritative demeanor, which gives the impression he believes he can control life and death.
Vera suspects Dr. Armstrong, noting his medical knowledge of poisons and past involvement in Mrs. Rogers' death being linked to poison.

Actions and Thoughts

Blore is engaged in contemplation about the identity of the killer.
Rogers is uncertain about the identity of the murderer.
Armstrong expresses a desire to abandon the island for safety.
Wargrave doubts the arrival of a rescue boat, indicating a sense of hopelessness.

Daily Activities and Observations

Emily is observed reading her Bible, reflecting her state of mind amidst the chaos.
In her diary, Emily recounts the details surrounding Macarthur’s death, referencing his relationship with Elsie MacPherson.
Emily expresses suspicion towards Beatrice, indicating the complexities of their interpersonal dynamics.

Environmental Conditions

The storm conditions are worsening, contributing to the tense atmosphere among the characters.
Everyone is consuming tea, possibly as a means to cope with stress and anxiety.

Miscellaneous Details

Rogers notes that the bathroom curtain is missing, a detail that may symbolize increasing vulnerability.
Before sleeping, Emily and Vera are the first to go to bed, possibly highlighting their cautiousness.
All characters locked their doors before bedtime, showcasing their fear and need for security.
Rogers is engaged in setting the table, indicating efforts to maintain normalcy despite the strangeness around them.
To safeguard the figurines in the pantry, Rogers locks it and hides the key in his wardrobe, suggesting a protective instinct.

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Explore the complex character dynamics and suspicions among the group in Agatha Christie's 'And Then There Were None'. Analyze the interactions and thoughts of Lombard, Vera, Blore, and others as they navigate the mystery of the murderer among them. Understand their daily activities and the underlying tensions that shape their behavior on the island.