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Discussion Questions for
"The Adventure of the Speckled Band"

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Why do you think Sherlock Holmes is able to understand so much more than Watson from what they both see?

Why do you think Holmes says that "it is a wicked world"?

Holmes is a keen observer. He notices things that most people would not. How can one become a better observer of the world?

Why do you think Holmes enjoys solving crimes so much?

Why is Holmes not concerned about his involvement in the death of Dr. Roylott?