the boscombe valley mystery
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Curriculum Development Division. Ministry of Education Malaysia. 2009
Table of Contents Introduction
The WriterSynopsisElementsActivities
ExtensionBeyond the text
AssessmentAnswer key
GlossaryReferences
Panel of Writers
LITERATURE COMPONENT FOR FORM 1
Graphic Novel
By definition “graphic novels” are “ novels whose narrative is conveyed through a combination of text and art, usually in comic strip form.” Eisner,W (1978) –
The term “ graphic novel” is now generally used to describe any story book in a comic format that resembles a novel in length and develops as one piece of narrative work.
Novels are presented as books in linear form; picture books tell a story with text accompanied by illustrations; films work with moving images and dialogue but graphic novels combine all these elements as a medium for story-telling.
“They are like prose in that they are written in printed form, but they are also like films in that they tell a story through visual images.”
Smith. J(2005) –
In a graphic novel, readers derive information visually from pictures which are presented in sequence. Facial expressions and physical movements are relayed visually so much so that they, “… graphic novels are literature in cinematic format .”
By definition “graphic novels” are “ novels whose narrative is conveyed through a combination of text and art, usually in comic strip form.” Eisner,W (1978) –
The term “ graphic novel” is now generally used to describe any story book in a comic format that resembles a novel in length and develops as one piece of narrative work.
Novels are presented as books in linear form; picture books tell a story with text accompanied by illustrations; films work with moving images and dialogue but graphic novels combine all these elements as a medium for story-telling.
“They are like prose in that they are written in printed form, but they are also like films in that they tell a story through visual images.”
Smith. J(2005) –
In a graphic novel, readers derive information visually from pictures which are presented in sequence. Facial expressions and physical movements are relayed visually so much so that they, “… graphic novels are literature in cinematic format .”
GRAPHIC NOVELS
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Introduction
What are graphic novels?What are graphic novels?
In an increasingly visual culture, the use of graphic novels will definitely promote literacy
especially amongst the younger generation due to the elements of humour and fun.
Encourage reluctant readers to read as the medium of visuals complement reading of
graphic novels. They are more appealing to the eye.
Visuals have a very strong impact on the reader, who makes meaning through pictures
and images.
Graphic novels offer value , variety and creativity. Pictures make texts more accessible
especially to second language users and reluctant readers.
Offer diverse alternatives to traditional texts – text light, actions faster and more reader
friendly format.
Introduce literary works like the classics to young adults who would probably not read
them in their traditional novel form.
Reading graphic novels may require more complex cognitive skills than the reading of
texts alone. (Lavin 1998).
Makes learning effective as graphic novels promote brain based learning making use of
both the right and left brain.
In an increasingly visual culture, the use of graphic novels will definitely promote literacy
especially amongst the younger generation due to the elements of humour and fun.
Encourage reluctant readers to read as the medium of visuals complement reading of
graphic novels. They are more appealing to the eye.
Visuals have a very strong impact on the reader, who makes meaning through pictures
and images.
Graphic novels offer value , variety and creativity. Pictures make texts more accessible
especially to second language users and reluctant readers.
Offer diverse alternatives to traditional texts – text light, actions faster and more reader
friendly format.
Introduce literary works like the classics to young adults who would probably not read
them in their traditional novel form.
Reading graphic novels may require more complex cognitive skills than the reading of
texts alone. (Lavin 1998).
Makes learning effective as graphic novels promote brain based learning making use of
both the right and left brain.
Teachers and educationist are now aware of the strong attraction that comics have
over young people.
Most youngsters would not read novels but they are most willing to read comics.
Making the most of this attraction, graphic novels are now being brought into the
classrooms as a means of getting youngsters to read.
As opposed to common beliefs that comics are all violent, raunchy, or sexist there are
now classics such as Black Beauty by Anna Sewell, David Copperfield by Charles
Dickens and Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain as graphic novels.
Teachers and educationist are now aware of the strong attraction that comics have
over young people.
Most youngsters would not read novels but they are most willing to read comics.
Making the most of this attraction, graphic novels are now being brought into the
classrooms as a means of getting youngsters to read.
As opposed to common beliefs that comics are all violent, raunchy, or sexist there are
now classics such as Black Beauty by Anna Sewell, David Copperfield by Charles
Dickens and Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain as graphic novels.
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Why use graphic novels?Why use graphic novels?
Graphic novels in the classroomGraphic novels in the classroom
The words in graphic novels are minimal, yet the pictures help youngsters to
comprehend.
Second language learners give up reading if texts are too wordy. Graphic novels pull
in reluctant readers rather than pushing them away as the visuals function as clues to
help their understanding.
A good picture paints a thousand words. As the pictures in the Graphic Novels are
universal, they are readily recognized and accepted by the reluctant second language
reader.
The words in graphic novels are minimal, yet the pictures help youngsters to
comprehend.
Second language learners give up reading if texts are too wordy. Graphic novels pull
in reluctant readers rather than pushing them away as the visuals function as clues to
help their understanding.
A good picture paints a thousand words. As the pictures in the Graphic Novels are
universal, they are readily recognized and accepted by the reluctant second language
reader.
Treat it just like a book or a comic book. Read, read and enjoy reading.
Keep it fun. Introduce fun activities while exploring the graphic novels . Extend the
activities to go beyond the text, to areas found in real life.
Open up their minds while trying out these activities using graphic novels as a take off
point.
Use graphic novels as materials for language learning as students are familiar with
them. Graphic novels are interesting materials in an easily understandable format for
youngsters.
Encourage students involvement and participation in the activities by making them
play the leading roles.
Create a sense of ownership by assigning responsibilities to the students. Some of
them can serve as experts or consultants because they probably know more about
comics than the teacher .
Treat it just like a book or a comic book. Read, read and enjoy reading.
Keep it fun. Introduce fun activities while exploring the graphic novels . Extend the
activities to go beyond the text, to areas found in real life.
Open up their minds while trying out these activities using graphic novels as a take off
point.
Use graphic novels as materials for language learning as students are familiar with
them. Graphic novels are interesting materials in an easily understandable format for
youngsters.
Encourage students involvement and participation in the activities by making them
play the leading roles.
Create a sense of ownership by assigning responsibilities to the students. Some of
them can serve as experts or consultants because they probably know more about
comics than the teacher .
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Using graphic novels in the classroom?Using graphic novels in the classroom?
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How to read graphic novels?How to read graphic novels?
To compare and contrast Graphic Novels and Comics
To identify features of graphic novels
pictures from graphic novels and manga comic; manila cards pictures from graphic novels and manga comic; manila cards
GRAPHIC NOVELS ACTIVITY GN1
Divide students into groups. Distribute sets of pictures from graphic novels and manga comics
Students sort out the pictures to get pictures from Journey To The Centre Of The Earth, Black Beauty, Mystery of Boscombe Valley Denko Oshoko-Manga comics
Students compare and contrast the features of graphic novels and manga comics.
On the white board, teacher places two charts with headings and notes as a guide for pupils look for the features of graphic novels and manga comics.
Students enter features of graphic novels and manga comic on the two charts pasted on the white board in front of the class.
Individually, students to enter details into handout 1, which is a table contrasting graphic novels and manga comics. Teacher summarizes referring to the features of graphic novels.
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Graphic Novels Is Like But Not Comics!
MaterialsMaterials
Notes
Preferably carry this out so that students will
know the features of the graphic novel.Four sets of pictures are
given.
StepsSteps
Aim(s)Aim(s)
40 minutes
THE BOSCOMBE VALLEY MYSTERY
The novelist, poet, short story writer and doctor Sir Arthur Ignatius Conan Doyle was born on 22nd May 1859 in Edinburgh, Scotland into the family of an Englishman Charles Altamont Doyle and Irish descendant née Mary Foley. The most admired work of Arthur Conan Doyle still continues to be Sherlock Holmes, a classic in the field of crime fiction. Besides this Arthur Conan Doyle is also remembered for his stories on the adventures of the science fictional character Professor Challenger.
Conan Doyle studied at the Roman Catholic Jesuit preparatory school in Stonyhurst followed by Stonyhurst College till 1875. In 1876 Conan Doyle enrolled in the University of Edinburgh to pursue medicine and completed his internship in the city of Aston. During his studies, Conan Doyle simultaneously wrote short stories which were first published in Chambers' s Edinburgh Journal. In 1885, Conan Doyle did his doctorate in tabes dorsalis a topic covering symptomatic degeneration of nerve cells.
In 1882, Arthur Conan Doyle joined his classmate George Budd in Plymouth for medical practice but soon left him for independent practice in Portsmouth. Initially the practice was minimal allowing Arthur Conan Doyle ample time to write stories. Doyle’s first major work was A Study in Scarlet, featured in 1887 Beeton's Christmas Annual.
During his stay in Southsea, Arthur Conan Doyle played football for Portsmouth Association Football Club and cricket for the MCC. Also as a keen golfer who captained Crowborough Beacon Golf Club based at East Sussex in the year 1910.
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The Writer
In 1885, Conan Doyle married Louisa Hawkins who died from tuberculosis on 4th July 1906. They had 2 children namely Mary Louise and Arthur Alleyne Kingsley. In 1907, Conan married Jean Elizabeth Leckie whom he met in 1897 but had maintained a platonic relationship. They later had three children namely Denis Percy Stewart, Adrian Malcolm and Jean Lena Annette.
In 1890, Doyle studied physiology of the human eye in Vienna and in the subsequent year relocated to London in order to practice ophthalmology. His practice as an ophthalmologist was minimal, once again allowing him ample time to concentrate on his writings. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle ended Sherlock Holmes life in a waterfall in the story titled "The Final Problem" but his followers demanded him back forcing Arthur Conan Doyle to force life into Sherlock Holmes like a true physician. Sherlock Holmes reappeared in the Story titled "The Adventure of the Empty House”. Holmes was ultimately featured in 4 novels and fifty six short stories.
Conan Doyle died of a heart attack on the 7th July 1930 at "Windlesham", Crowborough and is buried in the Church Yard at Minstead in Hampshire, England. Sir Arthur’s last words were dedicated to his wife: "You are wonderful." A statue of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle is at Crowborough Cross in East Sussex, England, where he lived for 23 years. Sherlock Holmes’s statue is also honoured in Picardy Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, near to Sir Arthur’s birth place
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THE BOSCOMBE VALLEY MYSTERY
Set in 1888, Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson are called down to Boscombe Valley (a fictitious place in Herefordshire) to investigate the death of Mr. Charles McCarthy. Insp. Lestrade, a detective from Scotland Yard whose meager abilities are often upstaged by Holmes's brilliant deductions, has concluded without much ado that it is a murder, and that McCarthy's son James is the killer. James was seen by one witness following his father to the nearby pond, and another, a young girl, saw the two remonstrating with each other by the pond.
Holmes will not accept Lestrade's conclusion, however, as there are some facts that simply do not seem to fit. Who was McCarthy going to the pond to meet? He had told his serving-man that he had to keep an appointment there, from which he never came back alive. How could the meeting have been with James when McCarthy believed that his son was in Bristol? Why did McCarthy use the call "Cooee!", which his son is used to using? Why did he get angry with James? Why won't James reveal the exact nature of the conversation when his silence might well put his neck in a noose? How did a piece of clothing a few yards from James and his dying father vanish without a trace while James was right there? What did McCarthy's dying words about "a rat" mean? Who could have wanted McCarthy dead, if not James, and why? Is Miss Turner, who wants to marry James, somehow tied into all this?
Holmes employs his usual keen powers to unravel this tangle of questions, and once again, he puts Lestrade to shame. Young James is left in jail by the time the story ends, and may not even be spared a referral to the next assizes, but Sherlock Holmes has arranged for Her Majesty's case against the young man to fall apart if it seems likely that a court will send him to the
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Synopsis
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THE BOSCOMBE VALLEY MYSTERY
The Real Boscombe Valley
Sherlock Holmes describes to Watson en route to the murder: "Boscombe Valley is a country district not very far from Ross, in Herefordshire." There is no such location by this name or description in England. Leslie S. Klinger in his The New Annotated Sherlock Holmes calls it 'a disguised name' and lists the possible true locations of the murder site as posted by other researchers. Obviously Watson changed the location of the crime. Through that insight, it is possible that names and other identifying characteristics of the crime would have just as easily been changed.
Adaptation
The events of this story were recently adapted into a promenade-style play for the 2007 Edinburgh Festival, now under the name of "Murder in the Gardens". In this version of the story, although most of the names and histories of the characters remain unaltered, the events of the mystery are relocated to Edinburgh, with the murder of McCarthy taking place in Princes Street Gardens and Holmes and Watson being called in while attending lectures on police methods in Edinburgh University. As well as this, the killer is, in the end, revealed to be Jane Turner's mother rather than her father, her father having died long before the events of the play, with James McCarthy cleared of the crime after Watson's diagnosis of the body confirms that it would have been impossible for the son to kill his father due to the angle and location of the wound on the back of the head.
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Background Information
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Exposition
1. Sherlock Holmes invited Dr Watson to solve a murder case in Boscombe Valley.
2. Charles McCarthy was found dead by his son, James McCarthy who was later accused
of killing his own father.
3. Moran, the gamekeeper saw both, James and Charles on the path to Boscombe Pool
while his 14-year-old daughter saw them arguing.
4. During the trial, James mentioned hearing his father cried ‘Cooee’ and quickly ran
towards him.
5. He found his father on the ground and his father’s last word was ‘Raat’.
6. When the judge asked what they were arguing about, he refused to reveal it and he also
mentioned a grey coat.
Rising Action
1. At the hotel, Sherlock Holmes, Dr Watson and Inspector Lestrade met Alice Turner, who
believes that James McCarthy is innocent.
2. Her father, John Turner and Charles McCarthy were friends when they were back in
Australia.
3. Alice revealed that the argument was about her. Charles wanted James to marry Alice
but James refused as he is still too young. Her father totally disapproves of them getting
married.
4. When they wanted to see her father, she told them that her father is very ill and was
shocked about the murder.
5. Sherlock Holmes visited James in the prison and James told him that he is married.
6. Sherlock Holmes went to Boscombe Pool to collect evidence.
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Plot
7. He followed the footprints and found the murder weapon which still has blood on it.
8. He revealed the murderer is a tall man, left-handed and limps on his right leg. He wore
heavy boots and smokes Indian cigars.
Climax
1. At the hotel, Sherlock Holmes explained his findings to Dr Watson that ‘Cooee’ is an
Australian word and only recognised by Australian and ‘Raat’ is actually a place in
Australia, Ballarat.
2. The footprints he found have limps, a heavy-toed boots, the type worn in Australian
bush.
3. The murderer is also left-handed as he hit Charles on the left side of the head.
4. He also found ashes of Indian cigar where only a rich person could afford it.
Falling Action
1. Responding to Sherlock Holmes letter, John Turner went to his house and later
confessed to killing Charles.
2. He explained that he was before known as Black Jack of Ballarat and did things he
wasn’t proud of.
3. He moved to England and turned a new leaf. He is a well and respected person in
Boscombe Valley until he met Charles McCarthy 20 years ago and he was blackmailed
by him since then.
4. Sherlock Holmes asked him to write a confession letter to be used if James is found
guilty. Otherwise, he will destroy the letter.
Resolution
1. Seven months later, John Turner passed away.
2. James and Alice got married and Sherlock Holmes kept his promise and destroyed the
confession letter.
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THE BOSCOMBE VALLEY MYSTERY
Dr. Watson’s house Paddington Station – A railway station in London
Mr. Turner’s farm
McCarthy’s house Boscombe Pool The gamekeeper’s house
The courtroom A local hotel The prison
Holmes’s house in Baker The outback (Robbery at Year 1888
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Setting
Street Ballarat)THE BOSCOMBE VALLEY MYSTERY
Main characters
Sherlock Holmes
An intelligent, patient and a good detective from Baker Street, London
Dr. Watson
A good sidekick that helps Holmes solve cases
James McCarthy
An innocent victim blamed to have killed his own father
John Turner
The murderer who was blackmailed by the victim
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Characters
Minor characters
Charles McCarthy
The victim
Alice Turner
John Turner’s daughter
Insp. Lestrade
The police officer who did the first
investigation
The gamekeeper(Moran)
One of the witnesses who saw James and
Charles on the path to Boscombe Pool
Patience Moran
A 14-year-old girl, the daughter of the
Gamekeeper who saw James and
Charles McCarthy having an argument
Mrs. Moran
The person, Patience told about the
argument she saw
The judge
The person who sentences James to
prison
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THE BOSCOMBE VALLEY MYSTERY
Seeking the Truth
Being an investigator, Sherlock Holmes must take into account all the evidence put forward and analyse them to prove whether James McCarthy is innocent or not. If he had only relied on what the papers and rumours said about James, he would not be able to solve the case successfully. Weighing the facts, evidence, the accuser’s statement and the physical evidence at the crime scene, Sherlock Holmes proves that a thorough investigation to seek the truth will be worthwhile.
Keeping a secret
There are two instances where this is shown. The first instance is when Sherlock Holmes writes a letter inviting John Turner to his house wanting to see him to avoid scandal. It was at that moment; John Turner breaks down and confesses to the killing of Charles McCarthy. Sherlock Holmes later asks John Turner to write a confession letter and promises to use it only if James is found guilty. Towards the end of the story, John Turner dies; James gets out of prison and marries Alice. Sherlock Holmes keeps his promise and desroyes the letter.Next instance is when Charles McCarthy promises to keeep the old secret between him and John Turner about their past. He breaks his promises and uses it to blackmail John Turner, who has turned a new leaf and lives a well and respected life. Here , we can see how a secret can bring more harm than good.
Being Knowledgeable
Being knowledgeable really helps in solving the case. Sherlock Holmes, using his knowledge and experinces, cleverly solves the mystery. Knowing the word ‘cooee’ is an Australian word and associating ‘Raat’ with Ballarat really helps to narrow down the suspect. Next, when Sherlock Holmes is at the crime scene, he examines the footprints. He also takes into account the unusual mark on Charles’s head and where he was hit. He also deduce that the murderer is a rich man from the ashes of the Indian cigar he found at the crime scene.
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Themes and Values
Themes
Law and Order
If you break the law, you will be punished. You should not take matters into your own hands. There are many ways to solve this problem and killing another human being is not one of it.
Do not judge a book by its cover Keep your promises Its never too late to turn over a new leaf Do not take advantage on other people’s misery Love and protect you family
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Moral Values
To answer as many questions as possible on plot.
A huge self-made dice A list of questions on plot
A huge self-made dice A list of questions on plot
THE BOSCOMBE VALLEY MYSTERY ACTIVITY GN1
Divide students into group.
Roll the dice. (Let’s say it displays number 5)
Teacher reads the question and if the group could answer it, they will be awarded 5 marks
If they fail to answer, the marks will be awarded to the next group which answers correctly.
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Rock & Roll
MaterialsMaterials
Notes
Alternatively, teachers can use
this activity for any item.
StepsSteps
Aim(s)Aim(s)
40 minutes
THE BOSCOMBE VALLEY MYSTERY HANDOUT GN1
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Rock & Roll
Some examples of questions that you can use on plot are:
Who is Dr Watson?
Who invited Dr Watson to solve a murder case in Boscombe Valley?
What happened at Boscombe Valley?
Who was murdered at Boscombe Pool?
Why was James accused of killing his father?
Who saw James and Charles having an argument?
What did Patience Moran do when she saw James raising his hand in the argument?
Who is Alice Turner?
Why did she insist to meet Sherlock Holmes?
Why did James refuse to marry Alice?
Did Charles McCarthy know the murderer?
Why James did go to Bristol?
When did he arrive from Bristol?
Why did he want to go to Boscombe pool?
What is the evidence that Sherlock Holmes collected at the crime scene?
Some examples of questions that you can use on plot are:
Who is Dr Watson?
Who invited Dr Watson to solve a murder case in Boscombe Valley?
What happened at Boscombe Valley?
Who was murdered at Boscombe Pool?
Why was James accused of killing his father?
Who saw James and Charles having an argument?
What did Patience Moran do when she saw James raising his hand in the argument?
Who is Alice Turner?
Why did she insist to meet Sherlock Holmes?
Why did James refuse to marry Alice?
Did Charles McCarthy know the murderer?
Why James did go to Bristol?
When did he arrive from Bristol?
Why did he want to go to Boscombe pool?
What is the evidence that Sherlock Holmes collected at the crime scene?
To be able to identify and rearrange sentences to create a plot.
Colour coded sentence strips A manila card with a plot pyramid drawn on it.
Colour coded sentence strips A manila card with a plot pyramid drawn on it.
THE BOSCOMBE VALLEY MYSTERY ACTIVITY GN2
. Paste/ draw the pyramid on the board.
Paste the sentence strips around the classroom. Purple for Exposition, Blue for Rising Action, Red for Climax, Yellow for Falling Action and Green for Resolution.
Divide students into 5 groups
Look for the assigned coloured sentence strips and write them down.
Return to their group, discuss and rearrange the sentences in the correct order.
Students write their answers on the board and the group who finishes the fastest and has all the correct sentences is the winner.
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Plot Pyramid
MaterialsMaterials
Notes
Alternatively, teachers can use
this activity for any item.
StepsSteps
Aim(s)Aim(s)
40 minutes
THE BOSCOMBE VALLEY MYSTERY HANDOUT GN2
Sherlock Holmes invited Dr Watson to solve a murder case in Boscombe Valley.
Charles McCarthy was found dead by his son, James McCarthy who was later accused
of killing his own father.
Moran the gamekeeper saw both, James and Charles on the path to Boscombe Pool
while his 14-year-old daughter saw them arguing.
During the trial, James mentioned hearing his father cried ‘Cooee’ and quickly ran
towards him.
He found his father on the ground and his father’s last word was ‘Raat’.
When the judge asked what were they arguing about, he refused to reveal it and he also
mentioned a grey coat.
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At the hotel, Sherlock Holmes, Dr Watson and Inspector Lestrade met Alice Turner, who
believes that James McCarthy is innocent.
Her father, John Turner and Charles McCarthy were friends back
when they were in Australia.
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Plot Pyramid
Alice revealed that the argument was about her. Charles wanted James to marry Alice
but James refused as he is still young. Her father totally disapproves of them getting
married.
When they wanted to see her father, she told them that her father is very ill and was
shocked with the murder.
Sherlock Holmes visited James in the prison and James told him that he is married.
Sherlock Holmes went to Boscombe Pool to collect evidence.
He followed the footprints and found the murder weapon which still has blood on it.
He revealed the murderer is a tall man, left-handed and limps on his right leg. He wore
heavy boots and smokes Indian cigars.
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Sherlock Holmes explained his findings to Dr Watson that ‘Cooee’ is an Australian word
and also recognized by Australians and ‘Raat’ is actually Ballarat a place Australia.
The footprints he found shows that the person has a limp. He wears a heavy-toed
boots, the type worn in Australian bush.
The murderer is obviously left-handed as he hit Charles on the left side of the head.
He also found ashes of Indian cigar. Only a rich person could afford to such cigar.
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Responding to Sherlock Holmes letter, John Turner went to his house and later
confessed to killing Charles.
He explained that he was ealier known as Black Jack of Ballarat and did things he
wasn’t proud of.
He moved to England and turned over a new leaf. He is a well respected person in
Boscombe Valley until he met Charles McCarthy 20 years ago. He was blackmailed by
him since.
Sherlock Holmes asked him to write a confession letter to be used if James is found
guilty. Otherwise, he will destroy the letter.
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Seven months later, John Turner passed away.
James and Alice got married and Sherlock Holmes kept his promise and destroyed the
confession letter.
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To help students to comprehend the plot better
To detect wrong information and correct them.
To rearrange the information in the correct sequence
WorksheetGra WorksheetGra
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Teacher divides the class into pairs/ groups
Teacher explains that the students need to spot the wrong information and to correct them.
When they have corrected the information, students rearrange the information in the correct sequence.
Write their answers in the worksheet provided.
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Error Detective
MaterialsMaterials
Notes
Here teacher could also use other
items such as the setting and the
characters to test student
understanding and to get them to work
with the text.
StepsSteps
AimsAims
40 minutes
THE BOSCOMBE VALLEY MYSTERY WORKSHEET GN3
The information below is wrong. Spot the wrong information. Correct the information and arrange them according to the sequence of the story. Use the information from the graphic novel to help you complete the task.
1. Dr Watson met Sherlock Holmes at Paddington airport at 12.15. ( )
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2. Dr Watson received a telegram from Alice McCarthy who believed that James is innocent.
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3. Dinah, Moran’s wife saw James on the path to Boscombe pool to shoot some deer.
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4. In court, James confessed to Sherlock Holmes he was never married and begged Holmes to help him.
( )
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Error Detective
5. James was engaged to a singer and it was a happy union. ( )
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6. Sherlock Holmes found a stick which had blood on it. He deduced that the murderer is a tall and skinny man, left-handed and limps on his left leg. He wears heavy boots and a black coat. He smokes Italian cigars.
( )
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7. The first witness is an 18-year-old girl, the daughter of McCarthy’s servant,Moran.
( )
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8. Nine months later, Sherlock Holmes received news that John Turner is dead and James and Alice are going to get married. ( )
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9. In the court room, James told the Jury about the argument with his father. ( )
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10. Patience told her father that she saw James and Charles having an argument and Charles almost hit James.
( )
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11. Dr Watson and Sherlock Holmes met Alice at the police station and Alice told them that the argument was about her. James wants to marry her because he is too young and her father approves if they get married.
( )
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12. There are two important points highlighted by Sherlock Holmes. One, Charles McCarthy does not know his murderer and arranges to meet him at Boscombe field. The second point is McCarthy cries ‘Cooee’.
( )
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13. John Turner came to Sherlock Holmes’s house because he received a telegram. John Turner confessed that he did not kill Charles. John also said that he has only three months to live.
( )
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To enable the students to identify the setting (background of a particular event.To enable the students to rephrase the events in their own words.
To encourage the spirit of co-operation amongst students.
Worksheet GN4 Worksheet GN4
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Teacher divides the class into pairs/ groups (depending on the ability of the class) Teacher explains what the students are going to do for this activity.
Teacher distributes the worksheet. At the end of the lesson, teacher goes through the answers.
Teacher distributes the worksheet. At the end of the lesson, teacher goes through the answers.
Alternatively, the teacher can ask students to write down the places mentioned in the graphic novel and state the event that took place there.
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Set Me Up
MaterialsMaterials
StepsSteps
AimsAims
40 minutes
Let’s ExploreLet’s Explore
THE BOSCOMBE VALLEY MYSTERY WORKSHEET GN4
Fill in the place and events correctly based on the graphic novel The Boscombe Valley Mystery.
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Event:
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Set Me Up
Place: ____________________________
Event:
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Who Am I?
To enable students to identify character traits.
To enable students to role play the characters.
Worksheet GN5 Worksheet GN5
How would you describe Dr. Watson?How would you describe James McCarthy?What was James McCarthy’s reaction in the courtroom?
How would you describe Dr. Watson?How would you describe James McCarthy?What was James McCarthy’s reaction in the courtroom?
The students are given a word maze and they are required to find 15 words related to the characteristics of each character in the graphic novel.
The teacher discusses the meaning of the words with the students.
In their own groups, the students are asked to choose one character traits and find the appropriate dialogue that exemplifies that characteristics.
A student from the group will be called to act out that character.
Students from other groups will have to guess the character.
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MaterialsMaterials
AimsAims
40 minutes
Notes
Alternatively, the teacher can ask students to lead the discussion.
StepsSteps
Who Am I?
Let’s exploreLet’s explore
Find these words in the word maze given.
Selfish Secretive Evil Reserved FriendlyKind Intelligent Heartless Loyal SadCold Sceptic Clever Inquisitive Untrustworthy
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C L E V E R F E F L O Y A L FV G W E T E A P R O U D H F DD I G N I T Y M R D P R E P FV S C E P T I C P E R E A H BE A A E V S D F G D H V R U LX C V N M L K M D M P I T H AI N T E L L I G E N T D L P CN C E C M C N Q W C H E E R KQ D F K S E D E O F M N S O MU S C S F A T L R R D C S C AI S B G C Q D E M I M E P K IS E C R E C T I V E E Y Y J LI L K H C R R D M N G U N H ET F R E S E R V E D M E Y G RI I Q Q U U P O J L I V E F ZV S D H T Y J K L Y F R T Y EE H F O O T P R I N T O I U YA A U N T R U S T W O R T H Y
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Let’s “Theme” Up
Make students aware of some of the themes found in the graphic novel.Give students the opportunity to look for textual evidence from the novel.To enable students to rephrase the textual evidence
The textbook Worksheet GN6
The textbook Worksheet GN6
. Distribute the worksheet.
Asks students to fill it in with contextual evidence which can be found in the text together with the page number.
Then, present their findings and see if there are similarities.
I If there are any differences, discuss which could and could not be accepted and make amendments.`
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MaterialsMaterials
Notes
Teacher may also carry out
this activity without the worksheet
StepsSteps
AimsAims
40 minutes
Let’s “Theme” Up
Number Theme Textual Evidence Page Number
1 Seeking the truth
2 Keeping a secret
3 Being Knowledgeable
4 Law and Order
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Let’s “Theme” Up “Too”
To look for the themes pasted around the classroom.
To Identify the correct themes.
To encourage teamwork
Handout GN7
Handout GN7
Paste the paper strips containing themes around the classroom. The themes should have distracters
Divide the class into groups.
Look for the themes pasted around the classroom, write them down and return to their groups.
Decide on the correct theme and write them on the worksheet provided.
The fastest group with correct themes wins.
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Notes
Alternatively, the teacher can ask students to lead the discussion.
StepsSteps
Aim(s)Aim(s)
40 minutes
MaterialsMaterials
Let’s “Theme” Up “Too”
Seeking the truth
It is important to be courageous.
Loving Animals
Law and Order
Being Knowledgeable
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Being Adventures
Kindness
Self discovery
Mistreatment of animals
Friendship
Keeping a Secret
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To draw their favourite bags
To Fill in the bags with the moral values that they have learnt.
Fancy papers and coloured marker pens Mahjong papers
Fancy papers and coloured marker pens Mahjong papers
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Discuss in groups, the moral values they have learnt.
Draw a mahjong paper sized bag of their choice and write the values they have learnt on the paper.
Beautify the bag with recycled materials.
Name the bag, have a mega sale in the classroom and asks them to promote their bag and its content.
Vote for the best bag and the best promoter.
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Me, Myself and My Bag
Notes
Alternatively, the teacher can ask students to lead the discussion.
StepsSteps
Aim(s)Aim(s)
40 minutes
MaterialsMaterials
Students are required to discuss and give opinions.
Students are also required to write a simple review.
Mahjong papers Mahjong papers
Do Anita and Jane agree on their favourite TV programmes?Why does Jane dislike CSI Chicago?Who do you agree with? Why?Which TV programmes do you like or dislike? Why?
Do Anita and Jane agree on their favourite TV programmes?Why does Jane dislike CSI Chicago?Who do you agree with? Why?Which TV programmes do you like or dislike? Why?
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The students are given a short passage to read.The teacher asks students questions orally based on the passage given.
Students are then asked to choose 3 favourite programmes and complete an opinion chart.
Students can work individually or in groups to complete the chart.
Students then compare their charts and explain the similarities or differences to the whole class.
Students then work individually to write a short review on the favourite tv programme.
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Favourite TV Programme
MaterialsMaterials
Notes
Novels and comic books can also be
used to replace the tv programmes.
In the review, worksheet can be
prepared to cater 3 levels of students’
ability.
StepsSteps
Aim(s)Aim(s)
40 minutes
Let’s DiscussLet’s Discuss
What’s your opinion?In the passage below, Anita and Jane are talking about a new television programme.
Anita: Did you watch the new TV programme entitled CSI Chicago. Jane: Yes. I don’t like it. It’s too violent. I don’t like mystery kind of stories.Anita: You’re too silly! It’s only a story. What harm can it do to you?Jane: Well, I watched it once and I could not sleep. I kept thinking about
being murdered the same way. I was so sacred.Anita: So what kind of TV programmes do you watch then?Jane: Oh, I like love and romance dramas. Some adventure type of movie
would be nice too.Anita: Oh yuk! You’re mushy that’s what…
An opinion chartIndividually or in groups, choose three of your favourite TV shows. Make a chart like the one below.
Name of programme or showWhat is it aboutWhy do you/we like it.(e.g. exciting, funny, hilarious, favourite actor etc.)e.g. Supernatural (AXN)Fighting against evil demons and ghostsExciting and scary. Teaches me not to fear ghost.e.g CSI MiamiSolving murder casesExciting, scientific, creative and innovative. Furthermore it makes me interested in learning science more.Now compare your/ group’s chart with the rest. Which programme is more popular?
What’s your opinion?In the passage below, Anita and Jane are talking about a new television programme.
Anita: Did you watch the new TV programme entitled CSI Chicago. Jane: Yes. I don’t like it. It’s too violent. I don’t like mystery kind of stories.Anita: You’re too silly! It’s only a story. What harm can it do to you?Jane: Well, I watched it once and I could not sleep. I kept thinking about
being murdered the same way. I was so sacred.Anita: So what kind of TV programmes do you watch then?Jane: Oh, I like love and romance dramas. Some adventure type of movie
would be nice too.Anita: Oh yuk! You’re mushy that’s what…
An opinion chartIndividually or in groups, choose three of your favourite TV shows. Make a chart like the one below.
Name of programme or showWhat is it aboutWhy do you/we like it.(e.g. exciting, funny, hilarious, favourite actor etc.)e.g. Supernatural (AXN)Fighting against evil demons and ghostsExciting and scary. Teaches me not to fear ghost.e.g CSI MiamiSolving murder casesExciting, scientific, creative and innovative. Furthermore it makes me interested in learning science more.Now compare your/ group’s chart with the rest. Which programme is more popular?
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Favourite TV Programme
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Average students
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Favourite TV Programme
Writing a review
Now write your own TV or novel review in not more than 50 words.
I watched a programme called________________________________________________
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Writing a review
Now write your own TV or novel review. Use the sentences below to help you write.
I watched a programme called __________________.
It was about _______________.
I thought it was ______________
The best actor in it was called ___________ who is a _____________ .
The best thing that happened in it was _________________.
Below average students
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Writing a review
Now write your own TV or novel review. Use the sentences below to help you write.
I watched a programme called __________________. (tv programme)
It was about _______________. (mystery, adventure, horror etc.)
I thought it was ______________. (scary, fun, exciting etc.)
The best actor in it was called ___________ who is a _____________. (name of a person)
The best thing that happened in it was _________________. (the most exciting part or the
climax of the story)
Students are required to write a confession letter based on the story.
Worksheet Worksheet
Why would someone write a confession letter?What is the purpose of a confession letter?What are the important details in a confession letter?
Why would someone write a confession letter?What is the purpose of a confession letter?What are the important details in a confession letter?
Imagine you are John Turner.
You have to confess the crime you have committed.
Fill in the blanks with suitable words.
Read the letter to the whole class.
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Letter to Lestrade
MaterialsMaterials
NotesAbove average
students may write their own confession
letter.Average students may fill in the blanks with any guided words.
Below average students may fill in the blanks with the guided
words given.
StepsSteps
Aim(s)Aim(s)
40 minutes
Let’s DiscussLet’s Discuss
Above average students
Average students
Below average students
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Letter to Lestrade
Write a confession letter to Inspector Lestrade.
To Inspector Lestrade,
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Fill in the blanks with the appropriate words or phrases.
To Inspector Lestrade,
I have a confession to make about the murder case in _______________________. ___________________________ is innocent. ______________ did not kill ______________. I was the one who committed the ________________________. I had to do it. _______________________ was blackmailing me. He was asking me for ______________________ and asked my daughter _____________________ James. I can’t take it anymore. I had to __________________ him for the sake of my _________________.
I’m sorry Alice and __________________. I’m sorry to put you in such trouble. Please forgive me. Inspector Lestrade please do what is right and let James go.
Yours truly, _______________________( )
Fill in the blanks with the appropriate words or phrases given below.
To Inspector Lestrade,
I have a confession to make about the murder case in _________________________. ___________________________ is innocent. ______________ did not kill ______________. I was the one who committed the ________________________. I had to do it. He was ______________________. He was asking me for ______________________ and asked my daughter _____________________ James. I can’t take it anymore. I had to __________________ him for the sake of my _________________.
I’m sorry Alice and __________________. I’m sorry to put you in such trouble. Please forgive me. Inspector Lestrade please do _____________and let James go.
Yours truly, _______________________( )
blackmailing me. crimehis father kill
money James McCarthyBoscombe Valley to marry
daughter HeJames what is right
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Sherlock Holmes Musical
To provide opportunity for students to enjoy the text.
Radio/ CD player A Sherlock Holmes hat
Radio/ CD player A Sherlock Holmes hat
Students participate in a musical chair.
When the music stops, that student will have to wear the hat and answer the question asked by the teacher.
If he/she fails to answer, he/she have to move out of the circle.
The last student standing will be given the Sherlock Holmes Trophy.
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MaterialsMaterials
Notes
Alternatively, the teacher can ask students to lead the discussion.
StepsSteps
AimAim
40 minutes
Lucky Number 7
As an extension of characterization.
None None
Students will form a large circle.
Teacher explains that they will be tested on characters and their characteristics
Recite numbers, one, two, three, four, five, six... and when they encounter number seven, numbers which can be multiplied with 7 and numbers which contains seven, they have to say out loud , for example, “Sherlock Holmes”.
Then the number continues simultaneously with eight, nine, ten, eleven, twelve, thirteen and the next students should shout clever.
Then, continue with fifteen, sixteen and the next student should shout knowledgeable and it continues.
If a student stumbles on the words or numbers, he/she will have to leave the group. Then, the game starts again.
The last person will be declared the winner.
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To Infiniti and Beyond
MaterialsMaterials
Notes
Alternatively, teachers can use
this activity for any item.
StepsSteps
AimAim
40 minutes
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These are some of the activities that you can do once you have completed the text.
Stage a role play in the classroom where students may change the ending for the graphic novel.Create a mock murder trial. Students will take the role of the judge, the accused, and the lawyers.Create a poster of a wanted criminal.
Create a business card for a private investigator of your choice.Being an anonymous witness to a crime write an email to a newspaper reporter, giving tips on the crime.
These are some of the activities that you can do once you have completed the text.
Stage a role play in the classroom where students may change the ending for the graphic novel.Create a mock murder trial. Students will take the role of the judge, the accused, and the lawyers.Create a poster of a wanted criminal.
Create a business card for a private investigator of your choice.Being an anonymous witness to a crime write an email to a newspaper reporter, giving tips on the crime.
Portfolio
Instructions:
1. All students are required to save and compile their individual work on the graphic novel in a portfolio.
2. Organise your work according to the headings below.a. Settingb. Charactersc. Plotd. Themese. Values
3. Marks will be allocated according to the scoring guide given below.
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Scoring Guide for Portfolio
Name:
Class:
Marks Content Language Creativity
23 - 30 Complete or all 5 headings compiled
Very accurate language used
Very creative
17 - 22 Incomplete or only 4 headings compiled
Fairly accurate language used
Fairly creative
10 - 16 Incomplete or only 3 headings compiled
Satisfactory language used
Satisfactorily creative
0 - 9 Incomplete or only 2 and less headings compiled
Poor language used Lacking in creativity
Sub-total
Good attitude, participation &
collaboration with the teacher10 marks*
TOTAL
Note: * Marks to be given according to teacher’s discretion.
Role play
Instructions:
1. Divide the students into groups of 3 or more.
2. Each group will have to present a role play on the graphic novel either on certain
chapters or the play as a whole.
3. Students are allowed to use their own props, costume and audio visual aids.
4. Present the play within 20 minutes.
5. Marks will be allocated according to the marking guide given below.
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Scoring Guide for Role Play
Group
Presentation and
Coordination
(35 Marks)
Language
(30 marks)
Creativity(Plot, special
Effects, Sound and Costume)
(20 marks)
Positive values and Message
(15 marks)
TOTAL
(100 marks)
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Diary Entry
Instructions:
1. Create a diary entry detailing Sherlock Holmes investigation on the murder of Charles
McCarthy.
2. Ask students to use their own creativity to design their diary making it as interesting and
as attractive as possible.
3. Students are given two weeks to complete the task.
4. Marks will be allocated according to the scoring guide given below.
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Scoring Guide for Diary Entry
Name: Class:
Grade BandsContent
(20)Language
(20)Creativity
(10)Grand Total
A
15-20
Very accurate languageVery accurate contentSophisticated vocabulary usedVery interesting and creative
B
11-14
Fairly accurate languageFairly accurate contentFairly sophisticated vocabulary usedFairly interesting and creative
C
6-10
Moderately accurate languageModerately accurate contentModerately accurate vocabularyModerately interesting and creative
D
1-5
Limited language usedLimited content usedLimited vocabularyUninteresting and lacking in
creativity
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Have I Understood?
Read the extract from the graphic novel, The Boscombe Valley Mystery and answer the questions that follow.
Dr Watson : But you don’t think that he’s guilty, Holmes? Sherlock Holmes : No, I don’t. A simple case can be very complex in reality, my dear Watson.
1) Who is ‘he’ in the extract above?
______________________________________________________________ [ 1 mark ]
2) What is ‘he’ guilty of?
______________________________________________________________ [ 1 mark ]
3) What case is Sherlock Holmes referring to?
______________________________________________________________ [ 1 mark ]
4) In your own words, explain the meaning of ‘A simple case can be very complex in reality’?
______________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________ [ 2 marks ]
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Practice 1Practice 1
Practice 2Practice 2
Read the extract from the graphic novel, The Boscombe Valley Mystery and answer the questions that follow.
Sherlock Holmes : There are two witnesses. Dr Watson : Who are they? Sherlock Holmes : One is the gamekeeper. Dr Watson : What does he say? Sherlock Holmes : He says he saw Charles McCarthy in the wood and then met James McCarthy a few minutes later with a gun. Both men were on the path for Boscombe Valley.
1) Who is Charles McCarthy?
______________________________________________________________ [ 1 mark ]
2) Who saw Charles McCarthy and James McCarthy on the path for Boscombe pool?
______________________________________________________________ [ 1 mark ]
3) What was Charles McCarthy doing in the wood?
______________________________________________________________ [ 1 mark ]
4) If you are a witness to a crime, what would you do? Why?
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Practice 3Practice 3
Read the extract from the graphic novel, The Boscombe Valley Mystery and answer the questions that follow.
1. Why was Charles McCarthy surprised to see James?
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2. What was James doing at Boscombe Pool?
________________________________________________________ [ 1 mark ]
3. How did James meet his father?
________________________________________________________ [ 1 mark ]
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Practice 3Practice 3
Practice 4Practice 4
Read the extract from the graphic novel, The Boscombe Valley Mystery and answer the questions that follow.
1. Who are the characters in the extract above?
________________________________________________________ [ 1 mark ]
2. What are they arguing about?
________________________________________________________ [ 1 mark ]
3. In your opinion, should James agree to what his father wanted him to do? State a reason.
________________________________________________________ [ 1 mark ]
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Practice 5Practice 5
Read the extract from the graphic novel, The Boscombe Valley Mystery and answer the questions that follow.
1. Who gave Dr. Watson a letter? Why?
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2. What was the content of that letter?
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3. Was Charles McCarthy in Australia? Why?
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4. Describe Mr. Turner’s attitude?
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5. Describe Charles McCarthy’s attitude?
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6. Who saw Charles and James McCarthy on the way to Boscombe Pool?
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7. Who saw Charles and James arguing? Explain what she saw.
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8. What did the police find as the murder weapon?
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9. Who thinks that James McCarthy is innocent? Why?
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10. What does Charles McCarthy wants James to do?
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11. What was the ‘call’ that Charles made at Boscombe Pool?
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Answer Key
1. (1) Dr Watson meets Sherlock Holmes at Paddington train station at 11.15.2. (4) Sherlock Holmes received a telegram from Alice Turner who believed that
James is innocent.3. (5) Moran saw James on the path to Boscombe Pool to shoot some rabbits.4. (8) In the prison, James confessed to Sherlock Holmes he was married and
begged him to help him.5. (9) James was married to a barmaid and it was not a happy union.6. (11) Sherlock Holmes found a stone which still has blood on it. He deduced that
the murderer is a tall man. He is left-handed and walks with a limp on his right leg. He wears heavy work boots and a grey coat. He smokes Indian cigars.
7. (2)The second witness is a 14-year-old girl, the daughter of Moran, the gamekeeper.
8. (13) Seven months later, Sherlock Holmes received news that John Turner is dead and James and Alice are married.
9. (6)In the court room, James did not tell the Judge about the argument with his father as it was private.
10. (3) Patience told her mother that she saw James and Charles having an argument and James raised his hand.
11. (7) Dr Watson, Sherlock Holmes and Inspector Lestrade met Alice at the hotel and Alice told them that the argument was about her. James did not want to marry her as he is too young and her father totally disapproves of them getting married.
12. (10) There are two important points highlighted by Sherlock Holmes. One, Charles McCarthy knew his murderer and arranged to meet him at the Boscombe Pool. The second point is McCarthy cried Cooee’
13. (12) John Turner came to Sherlock Holmes house because he received a letter. John Turner confessed that he killed Charles. John also said that he has only one month to live.
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Worksheet GN3 : ERROR DETECTIVEWorksheet GN3 : ERROR DETECTIVE
Worksheet GN5 : WHO AM I?Worksheet GN5 : WHO AM I?
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Number Theme Textual Evidence Page Number
1 Seeking the truth
-The next day Holmes and Watson meet Lestrade at Boscombe Pool to search for clues.
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2 Keeping a secret
- Please yourself. But I can talk to Scotland Yard. The police are still interested to know what happened to the gold from the Ballarat robbery.- No, nothing at all. Now we must destroy that unpleasant letter.
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3 Being Knowledgeable
- ‘Cooee’ is an Australian word, only Australians use it. So, we know that McCarthy called someone who recognised the cry, someone from Australia.- Now, look at this, Watson. This is a map of the state of Victoria. What does it say here?R-A-T.. rat. O, I see. It’s the end of a place named Ballarat.- I can deduce his height and the fact that
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he limps from his footsteps in the mud near Boscombe Pool.Right again, Watson! Heavy, square-toed boots, the type of boots they wear in the Australian bush.- Because the murderer hit the victim on the left side of his head. That’s unusual.- There was ash from a cigar behind that tree near the pool. The murderer waited for McCarthy there. It’s an expensive Indian cigar. Only one man in this area is rich enough to smoke those cigars.
4 Law and Order -I don’t want to James Mc Carthy to hang, I promise you, Mr Holmes. But, I don’t want to hurt my daughter. She loves me so much.- The fact is I’m very ill. I probably have only a month to live……but I want to die in my own house not in prison.
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Assessment GN4 : Practice 1Assessment GN4 : Practice 1
1. James McCarthy/ Charles McCarthy’s son/ the accused (1 mark)2. Murdering his father/ killing his father (1 mark)3. The murder case/ the murder of Charles McCarthy (1 mark)4. Accept any suitable answers (2 marks)
1. The victim/ the murdered man/ (1 mark)2. Moran, the gamekeeper (1 mark)3. He has an appointment (1 mark)4. Accept any suitable answers (2 marks)
1. He was expecting someone else.2. He wants to go to shoot rabbits3. When he heard his father cried the word ‘cooee’
1. Charles McCarthy and James McCarthy2. James refused to follow what his father asked him to do.3. Accept any suitable answers.
1. Sherlock Holmes gave the letter. Holmes want Dr.Watson to help him solve a murder case in Boscombe Valley.
2. Holmes invites Dr. Watson to come with him and solve a murder case in Boscombe Valley. Dr. Watson is supposed to meet Holmes at Paddington Railway Station at 11.15.
3. Yes, Charles McCarthy was in Australia. He was a stagecoach driver from Ballarat to Melbourne.
4. Mr. Turner is rather introverted and unsociable. He does not have many friends and likes staying at home.
5. Charles McCarthy is a blackmailer. He is evil. He likes horse racing and there are rumours that he gambled a lot.
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Assessment GN4 : Practice 3Assessment GN4 : Practice 3
Assessment GN4 : Practice 4Assessment GN4 : Practice 4
Assessment GN4 : Practice 5Assessment GN4 : Practice 5
6. The gamekeeper named Moran7. Patience Moran saw them arguing at the pool. She saw James raising his hand
as if to hit his father. She was afraid and ran home.8. The police found James McCarthy’s gun9. Alice Turner thinks that James is innocent because he is too kind to hurt anyone.
James is forced by his farther to marry her. Furthermore, James is too young. In fact John Turner, Alice’s father disagrees with the marriage.
10. He wants James to marry Alice Turner but secretly James is already married to a barmaid in Bristol.
11. The call is ‘Cooee!’
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Glossary
1) Argument – a heated exchange of conflicting ideas, a set of reasons given in support of an
opinion.
2) Blackmail – (n) the demanding of money from someone in return for not revealing
information that could disgrace them.
3) Confession – (n) admit to a crime
4) Cry (v) – a shout or a scream
5) Deduce – (v) reach a conclusion on the basis of available information
6) Development – ( n) the action of developing, a new idea or phase
7) Elementary – (adj) of the most basic aspect of a subject
8) Guilty – (adj) responsible for wrong doings
9) Limp – (v) walk with difficulty because of an injured leg or foot
10) Respectable – ( adj) regarded by society as proper or correct
11) Scandal – ( n) an action or event causing outrage, outrage or gossip arising from this
12) Stagecoach - (n) a horse-drawn vehicle formerly used to carry passenger along a
regular road
13) Troopers – ( n) a group of people
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References
Internet sites
http://www.artintheblood.com/bosc/boscb.htm (with illustration by Sidney Paget 1904)
http://www.imdb.com/character/ch0026631/ Sherlock Holmes movie pictures
http://www.dccomics.com/dcu/graphic_novels/ Extra notes on G.N.
www.fatbadgers . Co.uk/images/falk.jpg Hotel picture
Nzetc.org/etexts/Gov04_09Rail/Gov04_09Rail035a.jpg Paddington Station
www.totaltravel.com.au/guide/photos/portaugusta/sat_sa_outbackk.jpg
Australian Outback
http://www.flickr.com/photos/27766170@N06/2588539648/
Appalachian Covered Bridge Farm Americana Folk Art Landscape Oil Painting
http://media.wdtv.com/images/man_behind_bars1.jpg man behind bars1...
http://www.holidaycottages4u.com/images/Manor/Cottage.jpg
cottage
http://www.flickr.com/photos/tomhensr/2255744066/ Vernal Pool -- Pleasant Valley Preserve -- Lyme CT.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/18030640@N06/3399192941/
Sherlock Holmes house
http://www.flickr.com/photos/vassilim/3055499682/ At the House of Sherlock Holmes
http://www.flickr.com/photos/mbahareth/3771986008/ 221B Baker Street London , Sherlock Holmes Office & Home
http://www.flickr.com/photos/7856025@N02/517769712 Historic rooms in Old Quebec city
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Panel of Writers
Ewe Choy Choo, Jill
SMK Convent, Teluk Intan, Perak
Hjh. Ashidah Asnan (Panel Head)
IPGM Kampus Raja Melewar, Beg Berkunci No 43, 70990 Seremban, Negeri Seremban
Elyani Khalid
SMKA Kedah, Lebuhraya Sultanah, Alor Setar 05350
Kedah
Masreen Wirda Mohammad Ali (Coordinator)
Bahagian Pembangunan Kurikulum, KPM
Muhammad Khairi Shariff
SMK Seri Bintang Selatan, Taman Shamelin Perkasa,
56100 Cheras, Kuala Lumpur
Norin Norain Zulkifli Anthony
SPBI Sabak Bernam, 45100 Sungai Air Tawar, Selangor
Balvinder Kaur
SMK Putatan, P/S 96, 88858 Kota Kinabalu,
Sabah
Ikbal Kaur A/P Chanan Singh
Kolej Tun Datu Tuanku Bujang, Miri, Sarawak
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