The Moonstone Mystery: Unraveling Theft and Deception
How Did the Moonstone Arrive?
The Moonstone, a sacred gem, was set in the forehead of a four-handed Indian moon-god statue. It was brought to England due to superstition and its perceived value.
What Happened to Those Who Tried to Steal It?
Anyone who attempted to steal the Moonstone would suffer greatly, as would their family.
Who Guarded the Moonstone?
Three Indian Hindu priests belonging to the Brahmin caste guarded the Moonstone.
Who Was Lord Herncastle?
Lord Herncastle was Colonel Herncastle’s brother. He lived in London, was married, and had three daughters.
What Did Lady Verinder Want from Betteredge?
Lady Verinder wanted Betteredge to be her steward.
What Did Rachel Think of Franklin Blake?
Rachel initially thought Franklin Blake was unkind.
What Was Shivering Sand?
Shivering Sand was an area of quicksand that trembled when the tide was out.
Why Did the Colonel Leave the Moonstone to Rachel?
Colonel Herncastle left the Moonstone to Rachel as a birthday present upon his death. Blake believed he wanted to cause trouble for Lady Verinder through Rachel because she had refused to see him years earlier.
Where Did Blake Put the Moonstone?
Blake deposited the Moonstone in the bank at Frizinghall.
What Did Rachel Ask Blake to Do?
Rachel asked Blake to stop smoking, which he initially did but later resumed. She begged him to stop again, but he refused.
Who Were the Three Jugglers?
The three jugglers were Brahmin priests on a mission related to the Moonstone.
Why Did Blake Drink Brandy?
Blake drank brandy because he had been sleeping poorly after quitting smoking.
How Did Sergeant Cuff Suspect the Travelers?
Sergeant Cuff suspected the travelers because they had arrived in Frizinghall the previous night and had not left since.
What Were Rosanna’s Feelings?
Rosanna believed that Penelope had fallen in love with Blake at first sight.
What Did Cuff Notice on the Door?
Cuff noticed a smear under the lock, deducing that a woman’s dress had smeared the paint.
What Did a Servant Tell Betteredge?
A servant told Betteredge that Rosanna’s door was locked, and there was light under it, despite her supposed illness. She also heard a fire, though she wasn’t certain.
Where Did Rosanna Go?
Rosanna went to the cottage of a fisherman named Yolland, seeking an old metal box and two long chains.
Who Did Cuff Suspect?
Cuff suspected Rachel.
What Did the Shopkeeper Say?
The shopkeeper confirmed Rachel bought materials to make a nightgown.
How Did Rachel React to Blake?
Rachel ignored Blake and climbed into the carriage.
Why Did Lucy Refuse?
Lucy refused to give Blake Rosanna’s letter directly because Rosanna requested it be handed to him personally.
Why Did Miss Clack Leave?
Miss Clack left hoping the others would read their Bibles and become better Christians.
What Happened Afterward?
Godfrey Ablewhite was suspected of pawning the Moonstone to Mr. Luker for a loan.
Why Did Lady Verinder See Her Lawyer?
Lady Verinder wanted to update her will due to a serious heart condition.
Why Did Mr. Bruff Trust Blake?
Mr. Bruff believed Blake had no motive to steal the Moonstone, as he wasn’t in debt and intended to marry the wealthy Rachel.
Who Didn’t Rachel Love?
Rachel didn’t love Godfrey Ablewhite, despite him being a fine man who loved her.
Who Inherited After Lady Verinder’s Death?
Her brother-in-law, Godfrey Ablewhite’s father, inherited her estate.
Why Did Rachel Break the Engagement?
Rachel broke the engagement because she believed Ablewhite wanted to marry her for her money.
How Long Did Ablewhite Have to Return the Money?
Ablewhite had one year from the date he received the money to return it.
What Did Mr. Bruff Deduce?
Mr. Bruff deduced that the Indians believed the diamond had been given as a guarantee for a loan.
Why Did Blake Return to England?
Blake returned to England after his father’s death, inheriting a large fortune. Mr. Bruff urgently requested his return.
What Did Blake Find in the Metal Box?
Blake found a nightgown and a letter in the metal box.
Why Was Blake Shocked?
Blake was shocked to find his name on the nightgown, realizing he might have been involved in the theft while intoxicated or sleepwalking.
Why Was Rachel Angry with Blake?
Rachel was angry because she saw Blake steal the Moonstone and then assist the police investigation.
What Happened to Mr. Candy?
Mr. Candy contracted pneumonia after walking home in the rain on Rachel’s birthday and his health deteriorated over the following year.
What Did Mr. Jennings Suggest?
Mr. Jennings suggested recreating the events of the previous year, believing Blake was under the influence of opium given by Mr. Candy and unaware of his actions.
What Did the Experiment Prove?
The experiment proved Blake was under the influence of opium on the night of the party, but it didn’t reveal what he did with the Moonstone.
Who Did Mr. Bruff Hope to Catch?
Mr. Bruff hoped to catch the thief when they went to retrieve the Moonstone from Mr. Luker.
Who Was Jack?
Jack was a young, intelligent man assisting Mr. Bruff in uncovering the thief.
What Did They Find in the Hotel Room?
They found a man resembling a sailor dead in the hotel room.
Who Was the Sailor?
The sailor was Godfrey Ablewhite.
How Did Ablewhite Die?
The three Indian priests entered the room through the window and suffocated him with a pillow.
What Was Ablewhite’s Secret Problem?
Ablewhite was a gambler who owed over 20,000 pounds.
Where Did the Three Indians Go?
The three Indians went to Bombay and disappeared in a small boat.
What Happened to Rachel and Blake?
Rachel and Blake got married.
Who Finally Found the Moonstone?
Mr. Murthwaite, the traveler, found the Moonstone in the sacred city of Somnath in India.