The Adventure of the Dying Detective - Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

Why does Mrs. Hudson call Dr. Watson?

• Holmes sent for him.

• She believes Holmes is gravely ill.

What disease does Holmes claim to have contracted?

• A rare tropical disease.

• A common cold.

Why does Holmes refuse Watson’s medical help?

• He believes Watson is not skilled enough.

• He says the disease is highly contagious.

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Who does Holmes say can help him with the disease?

• Culverton Smith.

• Inspector Lestrade.

What is Culverton Smith’s area of expertise?

• Tropical diseases.

• Detective work.

Why does Holmes instruct Watson not to tell Smith about his condition?

• Holmes doesn't trust Smith.

• Holmes wants to trap Smith into revealing the truth.

What is Smith’s reaction when he visits Holmes?

• He is concerned and tries to help.

• He is pleased and reveals that he infected Holmes.

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What does Holmes do when Smith confesses?

• He reveals he was never actually ill.

• He collapses and dies.

Who is hiding in the room to arrest Culverton Smith?

• Inspector Lestrade.

• Dr. Watson.

How did Holmes fake his illness?

• He took medicine to make him look sick.

• He starved himself for several days.