Quiz Lab

1. Why did Spaulding suggest that Mr. Wilson apply for the job at the Red-Headed League?

• He wanted Mr. Wilson to earn more money.

• He thought Mr. Wilson had nothing better to do.

• He likely had another motive for getting Mr. Wilson out of the shop.

• He was trying to help his boss become famous.

What can we infer about Mr. Ross pulling Mr. Wilson’s hair?

• He wanted to hurt him.

• He wanted to check if the hair was clean.

• He was testing if the red hair was natural.

• He was trying to scare him away.

Why did the Red-Headed League job seem ideal for Mr. Wilson?

• It paid more than his current job.

•  It was easy, short hours, and didn't interfere with his business.

• It would make him famous.

• It required travel, which he liked.

What does the phrase “Pope’s Court looked like a basket of oranges” suggest?

• There were many people selling fruit.

• The office was full of bright lights.

• There were many red-headed men present.

• It was a hot and crowded place.

Why might Holmes and Watson laugh at the situation, while Mr. Wilson is angry?

• They think the League job was fake and Mr. Wilson was tricked.

• They are being disrespectful to Mr. Wilson.

• They think red hair is funny.

• They knew Mr. Ross personally.

Draw what clues from the story suggest that the Red-Headed League might not be a real organization?

Why do you think Mr. Wilson was chosen for the job among so many red-haired men?

(Hint: Think about his appearance and how easy it was to get him to accept the job.)

What do you think Spaulding’s true intentions were in encouraging Mr. Wilson to take the job?

Describe how Mr. Wilson felt when he discovered the office was closed. What does this show about his expectations?

If you were Sherlock Holmes, what would you investigate next based on Mr. Wilson’s story? Explain why