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Why did Holmes wake Watson up at quarter past seven?
A new client, Helen Stoner, had arrived.
What did Holmes see on Helen that showed that she was afraid?
Helen's grey hair, caused by fear.
Who is the narrator of this story?
Dr. Watson.
What does Sherlock NOT solve mysteries for?
Money.
Why did Helen move into Julia's old room?
Construction AND/OR renovations.
Why was Helen Stoner shivering when she first met with Holmes and Watson?
She was scared; she was engaged to be married and was worried about her safety from her stepfather, Dr. Roylott.
What 2 sounds were heard the night Julia died?
A low whistle and a metal clanging.
Who was dressed in black head to toe?
Helen Stoner.
What was Helen's sister's name?
Julia.
What 2 animals are kept by Dr. Roylett?
A cheetah and a baboon.
In total, how many rooms did Holmes examine at Stoke Moran?
Two rooms.
What was unusual about the bed?
It was fixed to the floor.
Who has been dead for 2 years at the time Watson is recalling the story?
Julia Stoner.
What did Roylott bend in Sherlock's house?
A poker.
What mood is created in the story? (How do you feel?)
Suspense.
What was Dr. Roylott wearing when he went to visit Sherlock Homes?
A long, dark coat AND/OR a top hat
What was interesting about the bell rope?
It was a fake and was connected to nothing.
What happened to the hair of both women?
Their hair turned gray.
How does Holmes respond to Dr. Roylett's threats?
He laughs at the pathetic threats.
What were Julia's last words?
"It was the band! The speckled band!"
What killed Dr Roylott?
His own snake.
What was a red herring (false clue) in this story?
The gypsies were a red herring; Holmes though that they could have committed the murder, but that was not the case.
Who is the killer?
Dr. Roylett AND/OR the Speckled Band
Why does Holmes believe Dr. Roylett would kill his step daughters?
The girls would receive all of their mother's money and Roylett would be left with nothing.
He would whistle, and provide the snake with a saucer of milk.