The Landlady
Where does Billy Weaver arrive?
Bath, England
Who is Mary Maloney?
A housewife
What is "rättegång" in English?
Trial
What does the idiom “break the ice” mean?
To do or say something to relieve tention
“She go to school every day.”
go → goes
Pavement
What type of place does Billy stay at?
A bed and breakfast.
What does Mary's husband do for a job?
He is a police officer
What is the legal term for someone accused of a crime?
Suspect
Explain the meaning of “spill the beans”.
To reveal a secret
“He don’t like pizza.”
don’t → doesn’t
What does "infamous" mean?
Ökänd
What drink does the landlady give Billy?
Tea.
What does Mary use to kill her husband?
A frozen leg of lamb
Another name for "death penalty"?
Capital Punishment
The best thing since sliced bread
Best invention ever
“I have did my homework.”
did → done
What does “reduce” mean?
Make smaller
What animals are in the house?
A dog and a parrot.
Where does Mary go after the murder?
To the grocery store
What do you call the decision made by a jury?
Verdict
What does “cost an arm and a leg” mean?
It means very expensive
“They was very tired.”
was → were
What does “ancient” mean?
Very old
What is unusual about the animals?
They are stuffed (not alive)
Who eats the murder weapon?
The police officers
What is the term for punishment without prison (for example by paying money)?
Fine
What does "to be under the weather" mean?
Slightly unwell or in low spirits
“She is more smarter than him.”
more smarter → smarter
Explain the difference between “refuse” and “deny”.
Refuse = say no
Deny = Refuse to admit the truth
What method does the landlady likely use on her victims?
Poison
What is the murder weapon?
A leg of lamb
You have read the article "Leading Factors Contributing To Juvenile Delinquency".
Name 3 causes that the article brought up.
-Poor School Attendance
-Poor Educational Standards
-Violence In The Home
-Violence In Their Social Circles
-Peer Pressure
-Socioeconomic Factors
-Substance Abuse
-Lack Of Moral Guidance
What does “burn bridges” mean?
Destroy relationships.
“If I was you, I would study more.”
was → were
What does “reluctant” mean?
Unwilling or hesitant