HT Test 9 FS Paper 1

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What was the initial reaction of Holmes when the creature emerged from the fog?

  • He calmly observed the situation.
  • He cocked his pistol and warned others. (correct)
  • He remained mute in shock.
  • He cried out in fear.

How did the narrator describe the hound that emerged from the fog?

  • As a ghostly apparition.
  • As a small and timid animal.
  • As an enormous coal-black hound. (correct)
  • As a friendly creature.

What is the significance of the fog in the passage?

  • It enhances the feeling of clarity during the investigation.
  • It symbolizes the obscurity and uncertainty surrounding the case. (correct)
  • It signals the arrival of the gigantic hound.
  • It acts as a barrier, preventing the characters from moving forward.

What did the creature do after being shot by Holmes and the narrator?

<p>It continued to attack Sir Henry Baskerville. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Holmes express his impatience while observing the fog?

<p>He strikes his hand upon the rock and stamps his feet. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What effect did the appearance of the hound have on Inspector Lestrade?

<p>He yelled in terror and threw himself to the ground. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What visual imagery is used to describe the fog?

<p>It resembles an ice-field drifting across the moor. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the visual description of the hound's mouth and eyes as it emerged?

<p>Fire burst from its mouth and its eyes glowed. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Dr. Watson suggest when the fog begins to close in?

<p>To move further back to higher ground. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Sir Henry Baskerville react to the hound as it approached him?

<p>He looked back in horror with raised hands. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome for the hound after being fired upon by Holmes?

<p>It howled in pain and then fell limp. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Holmes notice about the light in the window?

<p>It is being obscured by the fog. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does the setting play in the passage?

<p>It creates an eerie and suspenseful atmosphere. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What mood does the description of the fog and the hound create in the narrative?

<p>A feeling of impending doom and terror. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is the legend of the gigantic hound indirectly conveyed in the passage?

<p>By emphasizing the fear caused by the fog. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about Holmes' personality based on his reaction to the fog?

<p>He is frustrated by delays and values efficiency. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of the expression $32 + 2(5 - 2)$?

<p>28 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the average speed of a plane that travels 1800 km in 2 hours and 30 minutes?

<p>745 km/h (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a rectangle's area is 384 cm² and its width is 1/6th of its length, what is the width?

<p>12 cm (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which number, when squared, falls between 2300 and 2400?

<p>34 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of $66 imes 4$ if $66 imes 16 = 1056$?

<p>184 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which word is synonymous with 'oppress'?

<p>persecute (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the synonym for 'passive'?

<p>inactive (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following numbers is closest to the square root of 2400?

<p>48 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which word is synonymous with 'lament'?

<p>mourn (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the closest meaning of 'ignorant'?

<p>unaware (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term has a similar meaning to 'incision'?

<p>cut (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which word best describes 'intention'?

<p>aim (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'mortal' relate to?

<p>perishable (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which word is closest in meaning to 'perceive'?

<p>see (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'obstinate' mean?

<p>stubborn (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term can be synonymous with 'nimble'?

<p>agile (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What types of people is the character encountering while making his way through the area?

<p>Unemployed laborers and other marginalized groups (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the condition of the house-fronts and walls convey about the neighborhood?

<p>It reflects signs of desolation and neglect (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the neighborhood change as the character moves deeper into it?

<p>It becomes quieter and more desolate (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the original name of the creek or inlet now known as Folly Ditch?

<p>Mill Pond (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What activity do the inhabitants engage in when the tide is in?

<p>Hauling water from the creek into their homes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

The Hound of the Baskervilles

  • Setting: The extract takes place on the moor, featuring a thick, white fog described as drifting like a wall.
  • Characters: Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson are investigating the mysterious death of Charles Baskerville.
  • Atmosphere: The moonlight on the fog creates a shimmering effect resembling an ice-field, contributing to a tense and eerie environment.
  • Holmes' impatience: Holmes expresses urgency for a figure to appear before the fog completely obscures their sight.
  • Movement: As the fog encroaches, Holmes and Watson retreat to higher ground for better visibility.
  • Alarm: A sudden noise from the fog signifies the approach of an unknown danger, prompting Holmes to prepare his pistol.
  • Creature Description: The enormous, coal-black hound is vividly described with fire in its mouth and glowing eyes, evoking terror.
  • Attack on Sir Henry: The hound is depicted as lunging at Sir Henry Baskerville, illustrating the immediacy of the threat.
  • Resolution: Holmes successfully shoots the creature multiple times, leading to its death, highlighting the dramatic climax of the excerpt.

Mathematics Section

  • Average Speed Calculation: A plane travels 1800km in 2 hours and 30 minutes, requiring calculation to find the average speed in km/h.
  • Rectangle Area: Area of a rectangle is given, with width specified as 1/6th of its length, prompting mathematical deduction.
  • Squared Numbers: A question requires identification of a number whose square lies between 2300 and 2400, testing numerical estimation.
  • Multiplication Problem: Given the result of one multiplication, a calculation for a simpler multiplication is requested.

Vocabulary Synonyms

  • Oppress: Synonyms include squash, persecute, push, upset, emphasizing control or distress.
  • Passive: Synonym inactive highlights a lack of action.
  • Lament: Means to mourn, denoting expression of grief.
  • Ignorant: Synonym is unaware, indicating a lack of knowledge.
  • Incision: Refers to a cut, relevant in medical terminology.
  • Intention: Synonym aim signifies a purpose or objective.
  • Mortal: Perishable as a synonym, relates to the transient nature of life.
  • Perceive: Means to see, indicating the act of becoming aware or understanding.
  • Obstinate: Synonym stubborn reflects a refusal to change one's opinion.
  • Nimble: Agile conveys quick and light movement.
  • Moderate: Average denotes a central or middle state.
  • Hoax: Closely associated with scam, indicating a deception.
  • Lofty: Synonym tall describes something elevated or high.

Descriptive Imagery

  • Depicts a scene of societal neglect, with detailed imagery of offensive sights and sounds.
  • Jacob's Island stands out amidst desolation, marked by muddy ditches and crumbling structures.
  • Maritime influence is indicated by the proximity to the Thames and the description of water-hauling activities.

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