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And Then There Were NoneBy Agatha Christie
Novel Study Expectations After each chapter, we will discuss comprehension: Plot development Character development Elements of mystery Language & colloquialisms Students will be expected to record notes for each chapter. Notes are to bekept in their novel study portfolios. Using notes from each chapter, students will complete narrative writingactivities. Upon completion of the novel, students will write a book report and writea unit test. Students will watch the film And Then There Were None (1945)
A Biography of Dame Agatha Christie Agatha Miller was born September 15 1890 and died January 12 1976. In her lifetime, Christie wrote 79 novels. Popular for writing mystery novels, to this today, Christie is still nicknamedThe Queen of Crime. 1914 Christie married her first husband Archibald Christie, an officer of the RoyalFlying Corps. 1919 Christie gave birth to her first and only child, Rosalind. During WWI, Christie worked as a nurse for Red Cross learning much aboutpoisons, that she would use within her novels.
A Biography of Dame Agatha Christie 1928 Christie divorced her husband for infidelity. 1930 Christie married her second husband Max Malloman, anarcheologist. He was once quoted for saying ‘An archeologist is the besthusband a woman can have. The older she gets, the more interested he is in her.’ During WWI, Christie returned as a nurse. 1952 Christie claimed fame to the stage, with the production The Mousetrap , basedon a short story of hers, titled Three Blind Mice. Still running at the AmbassadorTheatre in London, this is the longest running theatrical performance in theworld.
A Biography of Dame Agatha Christie 1956 Christie opened her own publishing company,Agatha Christie Limited. 1968 Christie sold her publishing company to Booker Books. 1971 Christie was honored as a dame. In her lifetime, Christie wrote six romance novels, under the pseudonymMary Westmacott. Christie’s novels have been translated in 56 languages. Her novels have sold over 4 billion copies to this date. The only book to exceedher print is the Bible.
A Biography of Dame Agatha Christie Many of Christie’s novels have been translated into film, includingMurder on the Orient Express (1944) And Then There Were None (1945) andDeath on the Nile (1978) Two television series have been produced based on two of her mostwidely known detectives, Miss Marple & Poirot. 1939 And Then There Were None is published. This novel has inspiredboard games, video games, graphic comics, film, cartoon, stageproductions and has been the foundation for providing a formula formystery storytelling used by author and filmmakers .
And Then There Were None - Plot Ten different guests are invited to stay in a guest house on an island. Each guesthas killed at least one person in their own lives, but has never been convicted dueto the protection of the law. The guests are unaware of why they were invited. Each room contains a framed poem of Ten Little Indians. There is no way off of the island. One by one, each of the guests are murdered. The poem in each room suggestshow they are to be murdered.
And Then There Were None - SettingThe setting for the novel takes place on Indian Island; a privateand secluded island off the Devon Coast. Indian Island hasalways been a place of mystery and intrigue. Nobody knowswho owns the island; it is also a mystery.
Ten Little IndiansTen little Indian boys went out to dine;One choked his little self and then there were nine.Nine little Indian boys sat up very late;One overslept himself and then there were eight.Eight little Indian boys traveling in Devon;One said he’d stay there and then there were seven.Seven little Indian boys chopping up sticks;One chopped himself in halves and then there were six.Six little Indian boys playing with a hive;A bumblebee stung one and then there were five.
Ten Little IndiansFive little Indian boys going in for law,One got in Chancery and then there were four.Four little Indian boys going out to sea;A red herring swallowed one and then there were three.Three little Indian boys walking in the Zoo;A big bear hugged one and then there were two.Two little Indian boys sitting in the sun;One got frizzled up and then there was one.One little Indian boy left all alone;He went and hanged himself and then there were none.
And Then There Were None - CharactersJustice Lawrence Wargrave is a retired judge, whois known as ‘The Hanging Judge’Crime: Sentencing an innocent man to hisdeath.Vera Elizabeth Claythorne is a teacher and an exgoverness.Crime: Allowed her male charge to drown,leaving an inheritance and an available husband.
And Then There Were None - CharactersPhilip Lombard is a worldly traveler. He is nota man to be trusted and he behavessuspiciously.Crime: Abandoned a tribe of people to theirdeaths while in Africa.Anthony James Marston is wealthy vain and selfabsorbed.Crime: He ran over and killed two youths.
And Then There Were None - CharactersMrs. Ethel Rogers is a housekeeper. She is said tolook like a ghost and she is usually quitenervous.Crime: She withheld medication from anemployer to gain the inheritance.Mr. Thomas Rogers is the butler. A hard workingand respectable elderly man.Crime:He withheld medication from anemployer to gain the inheritance.
And Then There Were None - CharactersGeneral John Gordon Macarthur is a WWIhero. He is a lonely and secretive man.Crime: He sent a man to his death duringthe war.Emily Caroline Brent is thoroughly religious. Anelderly woman who turns to the Bible to guide herdecisions.Crime: She dismissed her pregnant maid, who latercommitted suicide.
And Then There Were None - CharactersDr. Edward George Armstrong is a surgeon andalcoholic.Crime: He killed a patient on the operatingtable, while under the influence.William Henry Blore is a retired inspector andis currently a private investigator.Crime: He committed perjury, which leadto the death of a prisoner.
And Then There Were None – Book Report TopicsIdentify and explain the irony behind the deaths of any three characters from the novel AndThen There Were None. Use contextual evidence from the novel to make connections betweenwhat you know about each characters and how each of them died.Using your terminology from the mystery unit, identify how Agatha Christie was able toapply any forms of delay (natural, imposed, tense, & balanced) with the intention of buildingsuspense, within the novel And Then There Were None. Use contextual evidence to supportyour claims.Write a report about how any three characters struggled with their own sense of morality onthe island, despite the fact that they are criminals. Use contextual evidence to support yourclaims.Write a report about how any three character’s weaknesses, and foolish decision makingpresented on the island, led to their own demise. Use contextual evidence to support yourclaims.
Chapter 1 – Chapter Review1.In Chapter 1 Section 1, the line, “After that, the rumors of the gossip writers hadstarted,” best implies a) An American millionaire owns Indian Island.b) Nobody knows who currently owns the house on Indian Island.c) Gabrielle Turl, a Hollywood film star, is vacationing on Indian Island.d) The royal family owns Indian Island.b) Nobody knows who currently owns the house on Indian Island.
Chapter 1 – Chapter Review2. In Chapter 1 Section III, from Lombard’s perspective regarding Vera, in context, theline “A cool customer,he should imagine – and one who could hold her own – in love or war” suggestsa) Vera seems confident.b) Vera seems vulnerable.c) Vera seems out of place.d) Vera seems attractive.a) Vera seems confident.
Chapter 1 – Chapter Review3. In Chapter 1 Section IV, regarding Emily’s decision to travel to Indian Island, incontext, the line “With her income so much reduced and so many dividends not being paid,that was indeed something to take into consideration” suggestsa) Emily feels uncomfortable in heat of the train.b) Emily feels worried about her finances.c) Emily feels upset about how young people vacation.d) Emily feels relieved about getting away.d) Emily feels relieved about getting away.
Chapter 1 – Chapter Review4. It is revealed in Chapter 1 Section VIII, that Blore has a list of the guest’s names.This moment establishes a feeling of suspense. Which of the following types ofsuspense has Christie utilized?a) Natural Delayb) Imposed Delayc) Tense Delayd) Balanced Delaya) Natural Delay
Chapter 1 – Chapter Review In Chapter 1, the reader learns why Wargrave, Vera, Lombard,Emily, Macarthur, Armstrong, Marston, and Blore were allinvited to Indian Island. Make note of why each was invited,and by whom.For each chapter, complete the following prompts: What more do I want to learn? Choose a character. What is my impression so far? Why? What I like and/or dislike about this chapter is ? Because
Chapter 2 – Chapter Review1.In the boat, Fred Narracott looked at the guests and “ summed them updispassionately.” This line in the narrative reinforces that Narracott feels a) impressed by the demeanor of each of the guests on the boat.b) upset that he wasn’t invited to stay at the house on the island.c) saddened by the lack of wealth and class from the group.d) just a bit curious about why these guests were invited to the island.d) just a bit curious about why these guests were invited to the island.
Chapter 2 – Chapter Review2.Which of the following lines of passages least effectively represents Mrs. Rogers’characterization in Chapter 2 Section V?a) “She (Mrs. Rogers) looked like a woman who walks in mortal fear ”b) “Vera looked at her curiously What a white, bloodless ghost of a woman.”c) “She (Mrs. Rogers) drifted from the room like a shadow.”d) “Mrs. Rogers had a flat monotonous voice.”d) “Mrs. Rogers had a flat monotonous voice.”
Chapter 2 – Chapter Review3.In Chapter 2 Section V, Vera is triggered by the sea, to recall a memory of adrowning. The use of personification, and repetition, are used to establish a feelingof suspense. In this moment, which of the following types of suspense has Christieutilized?a) Natural Delayb) Imposed Delayc) Tense Delayd) Balanced Delayb) Imposed Delay
Chapter 2 – Chapter Review4. In Chapter 2 Section XI, Christie compares Lombard to a panther, “A beast of prey –pleasant to the eye.” From this characterization, the reader is most likely to believethat Lombard is a) predatory, with a sense of trust.b) cruel, but kind.c) dangerous, yet attractive.d) merciless, and somehow forgiving.c) dangerous, yet attractive.
Chapter 2 – Chapter Review For Chapter 2, you are tasked with building an impression. Create a two columnchart, titled:TRUSTWORTHY / UNTRUSTWORTHYChoose only one character to place for each column. Follow your choice with anexplanation, using details from the novel to support your rationale.For each chapter, complete the following prompts: What more do I want to learn? Choose a character. What is my impression so far? Why? What I like and/or dislike about this chapter is ? Because
Chapter 3 – Chapter Review1.In Chapter 1 Section VII, the old man on the train told Blore that a ‘squall’ wascoming. Which of the following examples from Chapter 3 Section I, reinforceswhat the man on the train had said?a) Marston noticing the little china Indian figurines.b) The playing of the gramophone.c) Emily sharing that she’s never heard of any ‘Owen’d) Vera’s reaction to the sound of the sea.d) Vera’s reaction to the sound of the sea.
Chapter 3 – Chapter Review2.In Chapter 3 Section II, after the gramophone played, Emily remained in her chair,though “in both cheeks was a spot of hard color.” What does this most likely reveal tothe reader about Emily’s state of mind?a) Emily does not want to reveal her emotions.b) Emily feels indifferent.c) Emily is afraid and does not want the other guests to know.d) Emily is too tired to get up and join Lombard and the guests at the gramophone.a) Emily does not want to reveal her emotions.
Chapter 3 – Chapter Review3.What purpose did Christie serve by allowing Blore to introduce himself under thepseudonym of Davis?a) It would be revealed that Blore is a liar.b) The characters would be suspicious of Blore’s motives.c) The reader should trust Blore because he is a detective.d) Blore is the only character not to be trusted.b) The characters would be suspicious of Blore’s motives.
Chapter 3 – Chapter Review4. Which of the following passages employs the use of an oxymoron?a) Chapter 3 Section II “He passed through and immediately uttered an exclamation ofsatisfaction.”b) Chapter 3 Section III “His forefinger stroked his upper lip and his voice wasdangerously polite.”c) Chapter 3 Section I “Into that silence came The Voice. Without warning, inhuman,penetrating ”d) Chapter 3 Section III “He set down his burden carefully.”b) Chapter 3 Section III “His forefinger stroked his upper lip and his voice wasdangerously polite.”
Chapter 3 – Chapter Review Beginning from Chapter 3 Section II, using only ten bullet points, listthe actions of the characters, from the moment when Mrs. Rogersfainted, ending with Emily returning with her letter. Record the names of the victims killed by the guests.For each chapter, complete the following prompts: What more do I want to learn? Choose a character. What is my impression so far? Why? What I like and/or dislike about this chapter is ? Because
Chapter 4 – Chapter Review1.In Chapter 4 Section II, after Lombard details the events of his crime, he looks overat Vera, and “His amused eyes looked into her horrified ones.” This moment mostdramatically reveals a) Lombard’s lack of guilt.b) Vera’s admiration of Lombard’s actions.c) Lombard’s attraction to Vera.d) Lombard’s lack of self-preservation.a) Lombard’s lack of guilt.
Chapter 4 – Chapter Review2.In Chapter 4 Section IV, Emily’s characterization of righteousness is most stronglysupported by which of the following passages?a) “Emily Brent was not one to be swayed by public opinion.”b) “Everybody was looking, covertly or openly, at Emily Brent.”c) “Her (Emily’s) eyebrows rose on her narrow forehead.”d) “There was an unsatisfied feeling in the air.”a) “Emily Brent was not one to be swayed by public opinion.”
Chapter 4 – Chapter Review3.In Chapter 4 Section II, General Macarthur sat down, “His shaking hand, pulled at hismustache.” The General’s actions in this moment most clearly establish a) His amusement about being on the island.b) His desire to want to go home.c) The difficulty in using effort to speak about his late wife.d) Any feelings of anger and resentment towards his late wife.c) The difficulty in using effort to speak about his late wife.
Chapter 4 – Chapter Review4. In Chapter 4 Section IV, the passage reads “There was a chorus of agreement with onlyone dissentient voice.” In context, the meaning of the word ‘dissentient’ refers to a) Indifferenceb) Clearc) Energeticd) Objectiond) Objection
Chapter 4 – Chapter Review Divide the four characters – Vera, Lombard, Wargrave andMr. Rogers – according as either being a follower or a leader.Justify your choices by using context from the narrative.For each chapter, complete the following prompts: What more do I want to learn? Choose a character. What is my impression so far? Why? What I like and/or dislike about this chapter is ? Because
Chapter 5 – Chapter Review1.Marston is the first to die. Which of the following passages most stronglyemphasizes a sense of irony that he should be the first to die?a) Chapter 2 Section II “It was a fantastic moment. In it, Anthony Marston seemed to be something morethan mortal.”b) Chapter 2 Section VIII “Anthony was a creature of sensation – and of action.”c) Chapter 3 Section III “Anthony Marston moved a step nearer to him. His fists clenched themselves.d) Chapter 4 Section IV “There was a chorus of agreement with only one dissentient voice. It was AnthonyMarston who disagreed with the majority.”a)Chapter 2 Section II “It was a fantastic moment. In it, Anthony Marston seemed to be something morethan mortal.”
Chapter 5 – Chapter Review2.In Chapter 5 Section II, Christie heightens a feeling of suspense when describingthe features of the house on the island. Which form of figurative language didChristie utilize to strengthen this mood?a) Repetitionb) Metaphorc) Ironyd) Hyperbolec) Irony
Chapter 5 – Chapter Review3.In Chapter 5 Section III, Wargrave reflects over the details of the Seton case. Theline “He’d (Wargrave) cooked Seton’s goose all right!” most dramatically impliesWargrave’s feelings of a) Regretb) Pridec) Indifferenced) Fearb) Pride
Chapter 5 – Chapter Review4. In Chapter 5 Section V, Macarthur is reflecting about the details of how he’d cometo learn of his wife’s affair. The line “It had come about exactly in the way thingshappened in books.” mostly strongly implies that Macarthur’s revelation was a) Uniqueb) Shockingc) Predictabled) Dullc) Predictable
Chapter 5 – Chapter Review Based on the reflections from Wargrave, Macarthur, and Vera,record two interesting facts about them, which you did notknow before.For each chapter, complete the following prompts: What more do I want to learn? Choose a character. What is my impression so far? Why? What I like and/or dislike about this chapter is ? Because
Chapter 6 – Chapter Review1.In Chapter 6 Section I, Armstrong dreams of Emily on an operating table. In thisdream, Emily says “In the midst of life we are in death.” Christie used Emily in thedream to reinforce Armstrong’s feelings of a) Fearb) Guiltc) Hatredd) Disgustb) Guilt
Chapter 6 – Chapter Review2.In Chapter 6 Section II, at breakfast, the guests avoided discussion about the twodeaths in the house, but instead, spoke in a “desultory fashion.” This behavior mostlikely represents each of their needs for a) Securityb) Ignorancec) Conversationd) Normalityd) Normality
Chapter 6 – Chapter Review3.In Chapter 6 Section II, Emily regards the death of Mrs. Rogers as “ the wrath ofGod.” and Blore regards the death as a murder. What do their explanationsreinforce about their characterizations?a) Emily’s belief in the supernatural; Blore’s belief in revenge.b) Emily’s belief in honesty; Blore’s belief in the law.c) Emily’s belief in faith; Blore’s belief in logic.d) Emily and Blore share a mutual belief in justice.c) Emily’s belief in faith; Blore’s belief in logic.
Chapter 6 – Chapter Review4. In Chapter 6 Section IV, Mr. Rogers reveals to Armstrong that two missing chinafigures have gone missing. In this moment, which of the following types ofsuspense has Christie utilized?a) Natural Delayb) Imposed Delayc) Tense Delayd) Balanced Delayd) Balanced Delay
Chapter 6 – Chapter Review Describe the state of mind of Armstrong, Rogers, Macarthur,and Lombard. Make a connection: use context from Chapter 6to support your claims.For each chapter, complete the following prompts: What more do I want to learn? Choose a character. What is my impression so far? Why? What I like and/or dislike about this chapter is ? Because
Chapter 7 – Chapter Review1.Which of the following passages, from Chapter 7 Section I, offers a strong sense offoreshadowing?a) Emily: “He (Lombard) admits to having abandoned twenty men to their deaths.”b) Vera: “Do you really think that Rogers and his wife did away with that old lady?”c) Emily: “It was some time before I found out that she (Beatrice Taylor) was what theycall ‘in trouble.’”d) Vera: “You (herself) must keep cool. This isn’t like you. You’ve always had excellentnerves.”d) Vera: “You (herself) must keep cool. This isn’t like you. You’ve always had excellentnerves.”
Chapter 7 – Chapter Review2.In Chapter 7 Section I, the passage “Emily Brent sat on the summit of Indian Island,encased in her own armour of virtue.” utilizes which of the following forms offigurative language?a) Punb) Ironyc) Metaphord) Personificationc) Metaphor
Chapter 7 – Chapter Review3.In Chapter 7 Section II, Wargrave and Lombard are represented as two respectivetypes of leaders.Wargrave is a man of , and Lombard is a man of .a) Reason; Skepticismb) Confidence; Indecisionc) Experience; Physical Strengthd) Logic; Actiond) Logic; Action
Chapter 7 – Chapter Review4. Christie slowly represents the characters as types of animals, all leading to thecreation of a ‘zoo’ (see poem Ten Little Indians). In Chapter 7 Section II, Christiecompares Marston to a bull. Which of the following characters have not yet beencompared to an animal?a) Mrs. Rogersb) Mr. Rogers : Catc) Lombard : Pantherd) Wargrave : Tortoisea) Mrs. Rogers was compared to a ghost.
Chapter 7 – Chapter Review Complete the zoo. Using what you know about the personality traits ofVera, Emily, Macarthur, Armstrong, & Blore, predict which animalChristie will compare each of them to. Connect: use context from thenovel to support your choices.For each chapter, complete the following prompts: What more do I want to learn? Choose a character. What is my impression so far? Why? What I like and/or dislike about this chapter is ? Because
Chapter 8 – Chapter Review1.Macarthur has come to understand what is happening on the island. In Chapter 8Section IV, Macarthur tells Vera that he feels relieved. Which of the followingpassages attempts to instill a sense of irony, regarding Macarthur’s state of mind?a) Vera: “How queer. It’s almost as though he (Macarthur) knew ”b) Blore: “He’s (Macarthur) crazy It’s no good talking to him.”c) “The old man (Macarthur) sat very upright, his eyes fixed on the horizon.”d) Macarthur: “You’ll (Vera) be glad too when it comes.”b) Blore: “He’s (Macarthur) crazy It’s no good talking to him.”
Chapter 8 – Chapter Review2.Up to now, the reader has been lead to believe that a storm was approaching.Christie continues to subtly elude to the storm throughout Chapter 8. Which of thefollowing passages most strongly eludes the approach of a storm?a) Chapter 8 Section II: “The wind was freshening.”b) Chapter 8 Section III: “The clouds were beginning to mass themselves together.”c) Chapter 8 Section IV: “Miss Brent had taken a chair just round the corner of the houseso as to be out of the wind.”d) All of the above.b) Chapter 8 Section III: “The clouds were beginning to mass themselves together.”
Chapter 8 – Chapter Review3.In Chapter 8 Section V, “There was something odd in his voice.” when Blore made anobservation about Lombard, to Armstrong, asking, “Climbs like a cat, doesn’t he?” Indoing so, the reader is most likely lead to believe that Blore is a) Jealous of Lombard’s climbing skills.b) Impressed by Lombard’s climbing skills.c) Distrust worthy of Lombard’s intentions.d) Wondering if Armstrong shares his own feelings of doubt about Lombard.d) Wondering if Armstrong shares his own feelings of doubt about Lombard.
Chapter 8 – Chapter Review4. In Chapter 8 Section VI, Christie intensifies the suspense by utilizing which of thefollowing literary devices.a) Repetitionb) Allusionc) Oxymorond) Flashbacka) Repetition (sound imagery)
Chapter 8 – Chapter Review The murderer is currently plotting the next murder. Trace eachcharacter’s movements on the island. In doing so, you may be able toidentify who would have the best opportunity to have committed thenext murder.For each chapter, complete the following prompts: What more do I want to learn? Choose a character. What is my impression so far? Why? What I like and/or dislike about this chapter is ? Because
Chapter 9 – Chapter Review1.In Chapter 9 Section I, Armstrong gave a “mirthless smile” in response to Blore’ssuggestion of Armstrong’s possible error in treating Mrs. Rogers. In context, thewords “mirthless smile” indicates Armstrong feeling a) a lack of forgiveness regarding Blore’s apology.b) a lack of respect regarding Blore’s behavior.c) a lack of amusement regarding Blore’s comments.d) a lack of excitement regarding’s Blore’s ability to solve Mrs. Rogers’ death.c) a lack of amusement regarding Blore’s comment.
Chapter 9 – Chapter Review2.In Chapter 9 Section II, in response to Mr. Rogers’ observation to Fred Narrocottnot visiting the island, Lombard says, “Yes peculiarly unfortunate describes it well.”The prescribed intention behind Lombard’s remark a) subtly implies a sense of sarcasm.b) most dramatically reinforces the strangeness of their situation.c) most clearly indicates Lombard’s annoyance at stating the obvious.d) exemplifies Lombard’s distrust of Mr. Rogers.b) most dramatically reinforces the strangeness of their situation.
Chapter 9 – Chapter Review3.Which of the following passages does not utilize figurative language as a means toheighten the mood for the narrative?a) Section III “Outside, sudden gusts of wind came up and died away.” Anticipationb) Section VI “But again that passionless cold little voice (Wargrave’s) stopped the wordson his (Lombard’s) lips.” Annoyancec) Section IV “There was a sudden hiss and roar as the rain came down.” Feard) Section I “His (Blore) red-brick face grew a little deeper in hue.” AngerNONE OF THE ABOVE
Chapter 9 – Chapter Review4. Which of the following passages from Chapter 9 Section VI most clearly identifiesthe differences in gender representation for the 1930s?a) Wargrave: “I take it, Dr. Armstrong, that a woman would have been physically capableof striking the blow that killed poor Macarthur?”b) Lombard: “Wife murder is perfectly possible – almost natural, let’s say!”c) Wargrave: “ the appearance of myself, or Mr. Blore, or of Mr. Lombard (at Mrs.Rogers’ bedroom) would have been, to say the least of it, unusual ”d) Vera: “He’s (Wargrave) just seeing me as a – as a specimen.”b) Lombard: “Wife murder is perfectly possible – almost natural, let’s say!”
Chapter 9 – Chapter Review For each of the remaining characters (Wargrave, Lombard, Blore, Armstrong,Vera and Emily) record1. who you believe they trust least. Why?2. who you believe they trust most. Why?For each chapter, complete the following prompts: What more do I want to learn? Choose a character. What is my impression so far? Why? What I like and/or dislike about this chapter is ? Because
Chapter 9 – Narrative Writing ActivityChoose to role-play one of the remaining characters on the island. You’ve taken the opportunityto go back to your bedroom to clear your head and get some perspective about what is happeningon the island. Written from the perspective of the character, write a brief, journal entry. Attemptto take on the voice and tone of the character, by using their vocabulary and what you are alreadyaware of with respect to their past and their current feelings regarding the events on the island.As part of your entry, you must include the following: A brief summary of what has occurred on the island since you’ve arrived. A hunch of which character(s) your character likely suspects of being the murderer, followedwith an explanation of why, using context from the novel. Established a convincing tone for the character.
Chapter 9 – Narrative Writing ActivityOne of the main objectives here is to establish a specific TONEVocabulary: appropriateness and effectiveness of the voice/tone created by the studentCarefully consider the language in your writing.Review the vocabulary from the text, but more specifically, from the dialogue of each character. Often refers to scriptureEmily Will make harsh judgements about others, without fact She is direct in her thoughts. Does not make comparisons.Brent “In the midst of life, we are in death” “Be sure thy sin will find thee out.”
Chapter 10 – Chapter Review1.In Chapter 10 Section I, Lombard suspects Wargrave, “He (Wargrave) gets to seehimself as all powerful, as holding the power of life and death.” Lombard’s suspicion ismostly strongly supported by a) Evidenceb) Faithc) Hypotheticalsd) Factsc) Hypotheticals
Chapter 10 – Chapter Review2.In Chapter 10 Section I, Vera suspects Armstrong, “ you can’t get over the fact thatthe only thing we are absolutely certain Mrs. Rogers had was a sleeping draught that he(Armstrong) gave her.” Vera’s suspicion is mostly strongly supported by a) Evidenceb) Faithc) Hypotheticalsd) Factsc) Facts
Chapter 10 – Chapter Review3.In Chapter 10 Section III, Armstrong reflects “It flashed across Dr. Armstrong’s mindthat an old man like the judge was far more tenacious of life than a younger man would be.”In context, the word ‘tenacious’ suggestsa) Naiveb) Motivatedc) Immatured) Excitedb) Motivated
Chapter 10 – Chapter Review4. In Chapter 10 Section IV, Emily behaved angrily after recording in her notebook“THE MURDERER’S NAME IS BEATRICE TAYLOR ” Her reaction mostlyclearly implies Emily’s subdued feelings of a) Guiltb) Fearc) Fatigued) Righteousnessa) Guilt
Chapter 10 – Chapter Review5.Identify any passages from Chapter 10 Section V, which include personification.a) “The storm increased. The wind howled against the side of the house.”b) “When Rogers brought in the tea tray, they (the guests) all jumped.”c) “Roger’s face was working. His hands clenched round the polishing leather that he heldin his hand.d) “They (the guests) sat listlessly huddled together.”a) “The storm increased. The wind howled against the side of the house.”
Chapter 10 – Chapter Review What did you learn from the following conversations:1.Vera & Lombard?2. Blore & Rogers?3. Wargrave & Armstrong?4. Emily with herself?For each chapter, complete the following prompts: What more do I want to learn? Choose a character. What is my impression so far? Why? What I like and/or dislike about this chapter is ? Because
Chapter 11 – Chapter Review1.In Chapter 11 Section I, the characters se
Students will watch the film And Then There Were None (1945) A Biography of Dame Agatha Christie Agatha Miller was born September 15 1890 and died January 12 1976. In her lifetime, Christie
