Share Your Experiences with Holmes:
Have you ever heard of Sherlock Holmes before this course? Based on your previous experience, if any, what is his personality like?
Have you ever read Sherlock Holmes stories in English or any other language?
Have you ever seen a Sherlock Holmes adaptation on TV or in movies? What was it?
Post your answers to the Discussion Board forum provided. Aim for no less than a substantial paragraph 10 sentences.
Examine the Model Created by Conan Doyle using “The Adventures of the Speckled Band”
Read pp. 8 – 11 from Danyte’s Introduction to the Analysis of Crime Fiction Download Danyte’s Introduction to the Analysis of Crime Fiction.
Read “The Adventures of the Speckled Band” Links to an external site.
Imagine you’re trying to explain Conan Doyle’s form using Danyte’s article as evidence. Make a list of 5 different key points she makes. These could be points about repeated types of characters, activities, plot points, formulas, or anything else you think is central to her observations.
Then, using “The Adventures of the Speckled Band,” discuss how these key features are demonstrated by this particular Conan Doyle story. Quote specific passages from the “The Speckled Band” and then comment on the passages to help demonstrate your points from Step 1.
Your answer should have 5 distinct sections for each point /proof that you make. Aim for 3-5 sentences per key point. Upload your answers in one document using the Assignment link above.
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