The Red-Headed League Questions on Mr. Merryweather
The Red-Headed League
In "The Red-Headed League," who explains what the thieves are trying to steal, avoids the bank on a Saturday night,...
In "The Red-Headed League," Mr. Merryweather explains that the thieves are trying to steal 30,000 napoleons from the bank, which had been borrowed from the Bank of France. He is reluctant to be at...
The Red-Headed League
In "The Red-Headed League," who are Mr. Jones and Mr. Merryweather?
Mr. Jones and Mr. Merryweather are minor characters in "The Red-Headed League." Jones is a Scotland Yard police agent, described as brave but not particularly bright. He is involved in arresting the...
The Red-Headed League
In "The Red-Headed League," what do Mr. Jones and Mr. Merryweather gain from capturing John Clay?
Mr. Jones and Mr. Merryweather gain significant benefits from capturing John Clay. Mr. Merryweather, the bank director, prevents the theft of 30,000 gold napoleon coins, thus averting a financial...