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प्रश्न
Describe in brief the importance of the following place in the extract.
London
उत्तर
Sherlock Holmes, Dr. Watson, Miss Mary Morstan, and the anonymous sender of the letter − all live in London. Though there are references about India in the extract, it is in London where the majority of the action occurs. In this particular extract, two different sides of London have been shown − the fashionable north and west London with the Langham Hotel, the Strand, and Lyceum Theatre frequented by the wealthy crowd and the unfashionable south London suburbs, lined with dull brick houses and third rate two-storied villas. Over the course of the story, all the characters in the story eventually end up in London as this is where the climax of the story takes place.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Read the extract again and complete the web by highlighting the qualities of the following character:
Describe the character of Mary Morstan from Dr. Watson’s point of view.
Dr. Watson, the narrator, is one of the major characters in the novel. Illustrate
Arrange the sentences in the correct sequence as per their occurrence in the extract:
| Jumbled Incidents | Correct sequence |
| (1) Holmes put a revolver in his pocket. | (a) ____________ |
| (2) Holmes gave Winwood’s book ‘Martyrdom of Man’ to Dr. Watson. | (b) ____________ |
| (3) Mary received a large and lustrous pearl through the post. | (c) ____________ |
| (4) Mary’s father was an officer in an Indian regiment. | (d) ____________ |
| (5) Mary Morstan was a well-dressed young lady. | (e) ____________ |
Discuss the importance of the following statement in light of the extract.
The trio − Holmes, Dr. Watson, and Mary decide to visit Lyceum Theatre.
Cite various references (lines) from the extract that tell us about the time and period of the events.
| Lines | Time and period |
How does the series of actions go from London to India? Explain by citing references from the extract.
Basically the setting of the extract is in London but it has some references of India, too. Explain how the settings of the extract contribute to the theme of the novel.
Describe in brief the importance of the following place in the extract.
Edinburgh
Which places/cities in India and England are mentioned/have appeared in the extract? Also write about their importance.
| India | Importance | London | Importance |
Write the central idea of the given extract of the novel, “The Sign of Four”.
Elaborate the following line in the light of the novel/extract, “The Sign of Four” -
“Our quest does not appear to take us to very fashionable regions.”
The reception of six pearls helps the story to move forward by providing some connection with the other happenings. Illustrate.
Write the character sketch of Sherlock Holmes as a professional detective.
Compare the thought process of Holmes and Dr. Watson in handling the case.
Answer in about 50 words to the question given below:
Narrate the case of Miss Morstan in your words.
Sherlock Holmes deduced facts from the back files of the times. Justify by providing few details.
‘You are a wronged woman, and shall have justice’. Interpret the statement to highlight the conflict in Miss Morstan’s mind.
Dr. Watson reflects Miss Morstan's state of mind. Discuss with some examples.
Holmes had a competence about the route of their travel. Suggest some points to clarify the statement.
The mention of new places adds a pace to the story. Justify.
Write the character sketch of Dr. Watson as a sensitive character.
The paper found in the desk of captain Morstan is the center of the action. Explain.
The narrator makes Miss Morstan’s journey comfortable while going to an unknown place. Narrate in your words.
‘The coachman is described as a faithful servant’. Justify the statement in your words.
Describe how Sherlock Holmes discovered the connection between Miss Morstan receiving precious pearls with Major Sholto.
How does the mystery of Bartholomew's murder lead Holmes to track down small?
Pick the odd one out:
Highlight the qualities of Sherlock Holmes.
Miss Morstan received a pearl every year. Give reason.
What are the qualities of Mary Morstan?
Answer in about 50 words to the questions given below:
Write the importance of various places such as ‘Holmes’ residence, Lyceum Theatre and unknown destination with reference to "The Sign of Four."
