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Encyclopedia's real name is Leroy Brown.
Encyclopedia's real name is Leroy Brown.
True (A)
Encyclopedia's father was the mayor of Idaville.
Encyclopedia's father was the mayor of Idaville.
False (B)
Encyclopedia's head was filled with facts he had learned from books.
Encyclopedia's head was filled with facts he had learned from books.
True (A)
No criminal had escaped arrest in Idaville for nearly a whole year.
No criminal had escaped arrest in Idaville for nearly a whole year.
Encyclopedia sets up a detective agency in a garage and helps Clarence Smith with a tent dispute
Encyclopedia sets up a detective agency in a garage and helps Clarence Smith with a tent dispute
Bugs Meany is the leader of the Tigers boys' club
Bugs Meany is the leader of the Tigers boys' club
Encyclopedia uses his deductive skills to prove Bugs Meany's innocence
Encyclopedia uses his deductive skills to prove Bugs Meany's innocence
Peter Clinton hires Encyclopedia to verify the authenticity of a Civil War sword
Peter Clinton hires Encyclopedia to verify the authenticity of a Civil War sword
Encyclopedia suspects Bugs Meany's involvement in the sword trade
Encyclopedia suspects Bugs Meany's involvement in the sword trade
Encyclopedia visits the Tigers' clubhouse to examine the tent
Encyclopedia visits the Tigers' clubhouse to examine the tent
Bugs Meany challenges Encyclopedia's knowledge of Civil War history
Bugs Meany challenges Encyclopedia's knowledge of Civil War history
The sword's inscription does not play a role in determining its authenticity
The sword's inscription does not play a role in determining its authenticity
The text suggests that the sword may hold historical significance
The text suggests that the sword may hold historical significance
Bugs Meany's involvement in both cases hints at his recurring role as a troublemaker
Bugs Meany's involvement in both cases hints at his recurring role as a troublemaker
The stories showcase Encyclopedia's intelligence and problem-solving abilities
The stories showcase Encyclopedia's intelligence and problem-solving abilities
Encyclopedia's father, Chief Brown, was unaware of his son's crime-solving abilities.
Encyclopedia's father, Chief Brown, was unaware of his son's crime-solving abilities.
Encyclopedia's mother was supportive of his decision to become a detective.
Encyclopedia's mother was supportive of his decision to become a detective.
Encyclopedia's detective business started during the school semester.
Encyclopedia's detective business started during the school semester.
Encyclopedia distributed fifty handbills to promote his detective business.
Encyclopedia distributed fifty handbills to promote his detective business.
Encyclopedia's detective business sign was made from a cardboard piece from a toy box.
Encyclopedia's detective business sign was made from a cardboard piece from a toy box.
Encyclopedia's detective career was inspired by a television program.
Encyclopedia's detective career was inspired by a television program.
Encyclopedia's deductions were initially doubted by Chief Brown.
Encyclopedia's deductions were initially doubted by Chief Brown.
Encyclopedia's first case involved the robbery of a store by Natty Nat.
Encyclopedia's first case involved the robbery of a store by Natty Nat.
Encyclopedia's detective career began during the summer.
Encyclopedia's detective career began during the summer.
Encyclopedia's father, Chief Brown, was the only successful detective in the town.
Encyclopedia's father, Chief Brown, was the only successful detective in the town.
Encyclopedia's toy printing press was used to make the handbills for his detective business.
Encyclopedia's toy printing press was used to make the handbills for his detective business.
Encyclopedia's detective business started due to his passion for helping people.
Encyclopedia's detective business started due to his passion for helping people.
Encyclopedia Brown and the Tigers is a book about a battle of wits between Encyclopedia Brown and Bugs Meany's gang, the Tigers.
Encyclopedia Brown and the Tigers is a book about a battle of wits between Encyclopedia Brown and Bugs Meany's gang, the Tigers.
Sally Kimball is presented as a skilled athlete who earns the respect of Bugs Meany and the Tigers.
Sally Kimball is presented as a skilled athlete who earns the respect of Bugs Meany and the Tigers.
Sally challenges Encyclopedia to a battle of wits in a mystery-solving competition.
Sally challenges Encyclopedia to a battle of wits in a mystery-solving competition.
Sally presents a mystery about the inheritance of a trapeze artist's money.
Sally presents a mystery about the inheritance of a trapeze artist's money.
Encyclopedia confidently solves the mystery presented by Sally, correctly identifying the money's recipient.
Encyclopedia confidently solves the mystery presented by Sally, correctly identifying the money's recipient.
Sally aims to prove she is not only stronger but also smarter than any boy in Idaville.
Sally aims to prove she is not only stronger but also smarter than any boy in Idaville.
Encyclopedia operates the Brown Detective Agency with Sally as his bodyguard and junior partner.
Encyclopedia operates the Brown Detective Agency with Sally as his bodyguard and junior partner.
Sally suggests putting the agency's money in a bank.
Sally suggests putting the agency's money in a bank.
The Tigers, led by Bugs Meany, are supportive of Encyclopedia and Sally throughout the story.
The Tigers, led by Bugs Meany, are supportive of Encyclopedia and Sally throughout the story.
Bugs Meany claims the sword presented to Encyclopedia belonged to General Stonewall Jackson.
Bugs Meany claims the sword presented to Encyclopedia belonged to General Stonewall Jackson.
Sally and Encyclopedia engage in a battle of wits in the Tigers' clubhouse.
Sally and Encyclopedia engage in a battle of wits in the Tigers' clubhouse.
The text features characters such as Encyclopedia Brown, Sally Kimball, Bugs Meany, and Peter Clinton.
The text features characters such as Encyclopedia Brown, Sally Kimball, Bugs Meany, and Peter Clinton.
Encyclopedia Brown and his partner decided to open a bank account after realizing keeping money in a shoebox is unsafe.
Encyclopedia Brown and his partner decided to open a bank account after realizing keeping money in a shoebox is unsafe.
While heading to the bank, they witnessed a bank robbery and the robber's subsequent escape.
While heading to the bank, they witnessed a bank robbery and the robber's subsequent escape.
The robber was caught by the police, but they couldn't charge him with the robbery as no one could identify him and there was no money in the bag.
The robber was caught by the police, but they couldn't charge him with the robbery as no one could identify him and there was no money in the bag.
The robber's distinguishing features are a pug nose and a scar, but his face was covered during the robbery.
The robber's distinguishing features are a pug nose and a scar, but his face was covered during the robbery.
A beggar named Blind Tom, who was involved in the robbery, is staying at a nearby inn.
A beggar named Blind Tom, who was involved in the robbery, is staying at a nearby inn.
Encyclopedia and his friend Sally visit Blind Tom's room and discover evidence that implicates him in the robbery.
Encyclopedia and his friend Sally visit Blind Tom's room and discover evidence that implicates him in the robbery.
Encyclopedia realized that Blind Tom was involved in the robbery without asking him directly.
Encyclopedia realized that Blind Tom was involved in the robbery without asking him directly.
Encyclopedia and Sally leave Blind Tom's room in a hurry, and Encyclopedia reveals to Sally that Blind Tom was involved in the robbery.
Encyclopedia and Sally leave Blind Tom's room in a hurry, and Encyclopedia reveals to Sally that Blind Tom was involved in the robbery.
The case involves a clever twist and requires keen observation to solve.
The case involves a clever twist and requires keen observation to solve.
The story highlights Encyclopedia's deductive reasoning and attention to detail.
The story highlights Encyclopedia's deductive reasoning and attention to detail.
The plot revolves around the theme of perception and the ability to see beyond physical appearances.
The plot revolves around the theme of perception and the ability to see beyond physical appearances.
The text is a part of the 'Encyclopedia Brown' series, which features a young detective solving various mysteries.
The text is a part of the 'Encyclopedia Brown' series, which features a young detective solving various mysteries.
Encyclopedia's father, Chief Brown, was at the party where the necklace was stolen.
Encyclopedia's father, Chief Brown, was at the party where the necklace was stolen.
Mrs. Van Tweedle planned to donate the money from the necklace to charity.
Mrs. Van Tweedle planned to donate the money from the necklace to charity.
The thief escaped through the window after stealing the necklace.
The thief escaped through the window after stealing the necklace.
Encyclopedia's father, Chief Brown, found Miss Stark unconscious in the guest room.
Encyclopedia's father, Chief Brown, found Miss Stark unconscious in the guest room.
Encyclopedia is a detective interested in solving cases
Encyclopedia is a detective interested in solving cases
A boy named Billy denies being in Dr. Vivian Wilson’s office
A boy named Billy denies being in Dr. Vivian Wilson’s office
Billy’s lie is exposed by Encyclopedia, who mentions the pair of roller skates that Billy took
Billy’s lie is exposed by Encyclopedia, who mentions the pair of roller skates that Billy took
Mr. O'Hara's drugstore is a popular spot in Idaville
Mr. O'Hara's drugstore is a popular spot in Idaville
A boy comes into the drugstore with an egg and spins it on the counter
A boy comes into the drugstore with an egg and spins it on the counter
The boy orders a chocolate soda with a triple helping of ice cream
The boy orders a chocolate soda with a triple helping of ice cream
The egg accidentally knocks against the glass and drops out of sight
The egg accidentally knocks against the glass and drops out of sight
The gang plans to mark Eddie's egg to verify if it's the same one he spins in the contest
The gang plans to mark Eddie's egg to verify if it's the same one he spins in the contest
The text is a part of the 'Encyclopedia Brown' series, which features a young detective solving various mysteries
The text is a part of the 'Encyclopedia Brown' series, which features a young detective solving various mysteries
Encyclopedia's mother was supportive of his decision to become a detective
Encyclopedia's mother was supportive of his decision to become a detective
Encyclopedia's real name is Leroy Brown
Encyclopedia's real name is Leroy Brown
The case involves a clever twist and requires keen observation to solve
The case involves a clever twist and requires keen observation to solve
Encyclopedia Brown deduces that Miss Stark hid the stolen items in a hatbox in the guest room
Encyclopedia Brown deduces that Miss Stark hid the stolen items in a hatbox in the guest room
Miss Stark expected to retrieve the stolen items after leaving the hospital
Miss Stark expected to retrieve the stolen items after leaving the hospital
Mr. Patch seeks Encyclopedia Brown’s help with a knife found in a watermelon at his grocery store
Mr. Patch seeks Encyclopedia Brown’s help with a knife found in a watermelon at his grocery store
The thief left a clue, a letter 'L' on the back of his jacket
The thief left a clue, a letter 'L' on the back of his jacket
Encyclopedia Brown suggests wrapping the knife's handle to make it appear that fingerprints were preserved
Encyclopedia Brown suggests wrapping the knife's handle to make it appear that fingerprints were preserved
Encyclopedia Brown and Mr. Patch confront the Lions, a boys' club, about the knife
Encyclopedia Brown and Mr. Patch confront the Lions, a boys' club, about the knife
The Lions react suspiciously when shown the knife in the watermelon
The Lions react suspiciously when shown the knife in the watermelon
Officer Murphy finds the hidden necklace and gun in the room
Officer Murphy finds the hidden necklace and gun in the room
Miss Stark's mistake was leaving the stolen items in the room
Miss Stark's mistake was leaving the stolen items in the room
The knife was used to break into Mr. Patch's storeroom
The knife was used to break into Mr. Patch's storeroom
Encyclopedia Brown uses deductive reasoning to solve both cases
Encyclopedia Brown uses deductive reasoning to solve both cases
Miss Stark was unaware of the location where the stolen items were hidden
Miss Stark was unaware of the location where the stolen items were hidden
Encyclopedia Brown solved the case of the champion egg spinner by discovering that Eddie was using the same egg Charlie marked.
Encyclopedia Brown solved the case of the champion egg spinner by discovering that Eddie was using the same egg Charlie marked.
In the case of the scattered cards, Encyclopedia proves that Clarence did steal the tent by showing that the ground inside the tent was wet.
In the case of the scattered cards, Encyclopedia proves that Clarence did steal the tent by showing that the ground inside the tent was wet.
In the case of the Civil War sword, Encyclopedia realizes the sword is a fake because it mentions the battle of Bull Run and uses the word 'first' before the second battle occurred.
In the case of the Civil War sword, Encyclopedia realizes the sword is a fake because it mentions the battle of Bull Run and uses the word 'first' before the second battle occurred.
In the case of Merko's grandson, Encyclopedia concludes that Fred Gibson is the Great Merko's grandson, with the Great Merko being a man.
In the case of Merko's grandson, Encyclopedia concludes that Fred Gibson is the Great Merko's grandson, with the Great Merko being a man.
In the case of the bank robber, Encyclopedia exposes Blind Tom as not actually blind and reveals his involvement in the bank robbery.
In the case of the bank robber, Encyclopedia exposes Blind Tom as not actually blind and reveals his involvement in the bank robbery.
In the case of the happy nephew, Encyclopedia deduces that John Abbot did not just arrive from a twelve-hour drive, as the hood of his car was not hot.
In the case of the happy nephew, Encyclopedia deduces that John Abbot did not just arrive from a twelve-hour drive, as the hood of his car was not hot.
In the case of the diamond necklace, Encyclopedia exposes Miss Stark's lie about not seeing or hearing the thief by proving the timing of her scream and the shots.
In the case of the diamond necklace, Encyclopedia exposes Miss Stark's lie about not seeing or hearing the thief by proving the timing of her scream and the shots.
In the case of the knife in the watermelon, Encyclopedia proves that the Lions did not touch the knife, indicating that it was buried in the watermelon the whole time.
In the case of the knife in the watermelon, Encyclopedia proves that the Lions did not touch the knife, indicating that it was buried in the watermelon the whole time.
Encyclopedia Brown's real name is Leroy Brown.
Encyclopedia Brown's real name is Leroy Brown.
Encyclopedia's detective career began during the summer.
Encyclopedia's detective career began during the summer.
Encyclopedia's mother was not supportive of his decision to become a detective.
Encyclopedia's mother was not supportive of his decision to become a detective.
Encyclopedia's detective business sign was made from a cardboard piece from a toy box.
Encyclopedia's detective business sign was made from a cardboard piece from a toy box.
Encyclopedia Brown's real name is Leroy Brown.
Encyclopedia Brown's real name is Leroy Brown.
Encyclopedia Brown's detective skills help him solve the mystery of Sally Kimball's missing roller skates.
Encyclopedia Brown's detective skills help him solve the mystery of Sally Kimball's missing roller skates.
Encyclopedia Brown suspects a grownup as the thief of Sally Kimball's roller skates.
Encyclopedia Brown suspects a grownup as the thief of Sally Kimball's roller skates.
Encyclopedia Brown reasons that the thief of Sally Kimball's roller skates could be a boy or a girl.
Encyclopedia Brown reasons that the thief of Sally Kimball's roller skates could be a boy or a girl.
Encyclopedia Brown finds a lead on the top floor of a building in his search for the missing roller skates.
Encyclopedia Brown finds a lead on the top floor of a building in his search for the missing roller skates.
Billy Haggerty becomes the prime suspect in the case of the missing roller skates.
Billy Haggerty becomes the prime suspect in the case of the missing roller skates.
Encyclopedia Brown informs Sally Kimball about the lead in the roller skates case and plans to meet her at the Haggertys' house.
Encyclopedia Brown informs Sally Kimball about the lead in the roller skates case and plans to meet her at the Haggertys' house.
The text highlights the detective skills of Encyclopedia Brown, a young and astute boy detective.
The text highlights the detective skills of Encyclopedia Brown, a young and astute boy detective.
Encyclopedia Brown's mother is supportive of his decision to become a detective.
Encyclopedia Brown's mother is supportive of his decision to become a detective.
Encyclopedia Brown operates the Brown Detective Agency with Sally as his bodyguard and junior partner.
Encyclopedia Brown operates the Brown Detective Agency with Sally as his bodyguard and junior partner.
No criminal had escaped arrest in Idaville for nearly a whole year.
No criminal had escaped arrest in Idaville for nearly a whole year.
The plot revolves around the theme of perception and the ability to see beyond physical appearances.
The plot revolves around the theme of perception and the ability to see beyond physical appearances.
Study Notes
Encyclopedia Brown and the Bank Robbery
- Encyclopedia and his partner decide to open a bank account after realizing keeping money in a shoebox is unsafe
- While heading to the bank, they witness a bank robbery and the robber's subsequent escape
- The robber is caught by the police, but they can't charge him with the robbery as no one can identify him and there's no money in the bag
- The robber's distinguishing features are a pug nose and a scar, but his face was covered during the robbery
- A beggar named Blind Tom, who was involved in the robbery, is staying at a nearby inn
- Encyclopedia and his friend Sally visit Blind Tom's room and discover evidence that implicates him in the robbery
- Encyclopedia realizes that Blind Tom was involved in the robbery without asking him directly
- Encyclopedia and Sally leave Blind Tom's room in a hurry, and Encyclopedia reveals to Sally that Blind Tom was involved in the robbery
- The case involves a clever twist and requires keen observation to solve
- The story highlights Encyclopedia's deductive reasoning and attention to detail
- The plot revolves around the theme of perception and the ability to see beyond physical appearances
- The text is a part of the "Encyclopedia Brown" series, which features a young detective solving various mysteries
The Case of the Missing Roller Skates
- Frank, Mr. Patch, Encyclopedia, Buster, Corky, and John are discussing a knife used in an attempt to rob Mr. Patch's store.
- The Lions, including Frank, are worried about the police finding their fingerprints on the knife.
- The Lions argue about their knives, trying to clear themselves, while Mr. Patch and Encyclopedia observe their behavior.
- Encyclopedia realizes whose knife it is without anyone touching the knife or wiping fingerprints.
- Sally Kimball's roller skates disappear while Encyclopedia is at the dentist's office having a tooth pulled.
- Encyclopedia discovers the missing skates and vows to find them, feeling a blow to his pride.
- He reasons that the thief could be a grownup, boy, or girl, but rules out a grownup and begins questioning doctors' offices in the building.
- He finds a lead on the top floor, where a nurse mentions a boy named Billy Haggerty was treated for a sprained wrist.
- Billy Haggerty becomes suspect number one, and Encyclopedia gets his address and calls Sally.
- He informs Sally about the lead and plans to meet her in front of the Haggertys' house.
- The story involves a mystery surrounding the disappearance of Sally's roller skates and Encyclopedia's deduction to find the thief.
- The text highlights the detective skills of Encyclopedia Brown, a young and astute boy detective.
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Description
Explore the intriguing adventures of young detective Encyclopedia Brown as he solves challenging mysteries with his deductive reasoning and keen observation skills. Delve into thrilling plots that revolve around perception, attention to detail, and clever twists. Join Encyclopedia and his partner as they crack puzzling cases in the engaging 'Encyclopedia Brown' series.
