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What was the author's initial intention when he bought a cheap roll-top table from a junk shop?
What was the author's initial intention when he bought a cheap roll-top table from a junk shop?
To restore it
What was the significance of the date written on the envelope found in the secret space?
What was the significance of the date written on the envelope found in the secret space?
It was the date of the letter, December 26, 1914, which hinted at a special event that occurred during World War I.
What was the initial reaction of Captain Macpherson when he saw the German soldiers approaching the English trenches?
What was the initial reaction of Captain Macpherson when he saw the German soldiers approaching the English trenches?
He was alarmed and thought it could be a trick.
What did the German soldiers bring with them when they approached the English trenches?
What did the German soldiers bring with them when they approached the English trenches?
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What was the symbolic significance of the white flag waved by the German soldier?
What was the symbolic significance of the white flag waved by the German soldier?
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What common interest did Hans Wolf and Macpherson share, which revealed Wolf's knowledge of Dorset?
What common interest did Hans Wolf and Macpherson share, which revealed Wolf's knowledge of Dorset?
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What was the significance of the cake sent by Macpherson's wife, Connie?
What was the significance of the cake sent by Macpherson's wife, Connie?
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What event took place at night after the football match and sharing of food and drinks?
What event took place at night after the football match and sharing of food and drinks?
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What was the outcome of the author's visit to Mrs. Macpherson's house in Bridport, Dorset?
What was the outcome of the author's visit to Mrs. Macpherson's house in Bridport, Dorset?
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What did Mrs. Macpherson's response to the returned letter reveal about her past and her feelings?
What did Mrs. Macpherson's response to the returned letter reveal about her past and her feelings?
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