Exploring Chapter 13: Fixing the Nets in The Hound of the Baskervilles

Holmes and Watson discuss their strategy to solve the case involving a mysterious hound. Holmes reveals his plan to Watson and discovers a clue in a family portrait. He instructs Sir Henry on the next steps and interviews Mrs. Lyons for more information. Holmes makes final preparations, confident that they will soon solve the case.

What was Holmes' initial reaction to the adversary's awareness of his presence?

• He saw it as a challenge but was confident.

• He was indifferent and unconcerned.

• He considered it an advantage for their plans.

• He was worried it might compromise their mission.

Why did Holmes and Watson consider not arresting their foe immediately?

• They were waiting for more instructions.

• They lacked sufficient evidence.

• They wanted to catch him in the act.

• They feared for their own safety.

What was the significance of Holmes' discussion about the hound?

• It was a diversion from the main investigation.

• It helped establish the cause of Sir Charles' death.

• It underscored the danger they were facing.

• It was crucial to proving the supernatural elements of the case.

What role did Holmes hope Mrs. Laura Lyons would play in their investigation?

• To lure the suspect into a trap.

• To distract the suspect while they gathered more evidence.

• As a witness to provide an alibi.

• To provide crucial evidence against the suspect.

What was the purpose of Holmes and Watson's planned trip to London?

• To escape from an immediate threat.

• To gather more resources for the investigation.

• To mislead the Stapletons about their whereabouts.

• To consult with another detective.

Why did Holmes instruct Sir Henry to walk across the moor alone?

• To use Sir Henry as bait for the suspect.

• To test Sir Henry's bravery.

• To allow Sir Henry to reflect on the case.

• To ensure Sir Henry's safety by using a known safe path.

How did Holmes use the information about the portrait in his investigation?

• To decorate their operation base.

• To distract Sir Henry from the case details.

• To confuse the suspect during interrogation.

• To prove the suspect's identity through family resemblance.

What was the outcome of Holmes' interaction with Mrs. Laura Lyons?

• She was arrested for her involvement in the crime.

• She provided evidence linking Stapleton to the crime.

• She refused to cooperate with Holmes.

• She revealed the true identity of Stapleton's wife.

What strategy did Holmes employ to ensure their plan against Stapleton was effective?

• He kept all details secret from Watson.

• He publicly announced their departure to London.

• He used misinformation to mislead the Stapletons.

• He arranged for police reinforcement.

How did Holmes and Watson prepare for their final confrontation with Stapleton?

• By gathering a group of armed men.

• By revising their initial assumptions and strategies.

• By setting traps around the moor.

• By ensuring they had legal warrants.