The Murder of Roger Ackroyd

by Agatha Christie

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Describe the murderer's character in The Murder of Roger Ackroyd.

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The murderer in The Murder of Roger Ackroyd is characterized by intelligence, trustworthiness, inquisitiveness, patience, and a fondness for tinkering with mechanical objects. This person is so trustworthy and helpful in the investigation that you would never suspect them of being the killer.

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How can I answer your question without giving away who the murderer is? Here are a few of his/her personality traits:

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    • very intelligent
    • very trustworthy; you'll never suspect him/her of being a killer
    • inquisitive; in fact, he/she is very helpful in the investigation
    • very patient
    • loves to tinker with mechanical objects

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