Problem: CHAPTER XXVIII.

THE BAXTERS TALK IT OVER,

"Tom, we are in a fix."

"So it would seem, Sam. Who ever dreamed of running across the Baxters in this fashion?"

"We are in the hands of a trio of rascals now, for Crabtree is as bad as the others."

"Perhaps, but he hasn't the nerve that Arnold Baxter has. What shall we do?"

"Try to get free."

"I can't budge an inch. Dan Baxter took especial delight in tying me up."

"I can move one hand and if--It is free! Hurrah!"

"Can you get the other hand free?"

"I can try. The rope--that's free, too. Now for my legs."

Sam Rover worked rapidly, and was soon as free as ever. Then he ran over to where Tom was tied up and liberated his brother.

"Now, what shall we do?"

"I move we go after the people on that steam tug and get them to help us rescue Mrs. Stanhope."

"That's a good idea, and the quicker we go the better."

Sam remembered very well in what direction he had seen the tug, and now set a straight course across the island to the cove.

But the trail led over a hill and through a dense thicket, and long before the journey was half finished both lads were well-nigh exhausted.

"We ought to have followed the shore around--we would have got there quicker," panted Tom, as he fairly cut his way through the dense brush- wood.

"I hope there are no wild animals here."
1. What is the name of this chapter?
2. who got stuck?
3. Who laced him up?
4. Were they on mainland?
5. were they in danger from creatures?
6. Did they walk on the beach?
7. where did the path lead?
8. Which way was fastest?
9. What did they remove?
10. When were they tired?
11. What was he tied up with?
12. Does he become free?
13. Was anyone else bound?
Answer: 1. THE BAXTERS TALK IT OVER
2. Sam Rover
3. Dan Baxter
4. island
5. unknown
6. no
7. dense thicket
8. the shore
9. dense brush- wood.
10. half finished
11. rope
12. yes
13. Tom was

Problem: CHAPTER VIII

AN AWFUL RESPONSIBILITY

John Hardaway, although he was a solicitor in a very busy practice, did not keep his friend waiting for a moment. "Come in, Deane, old chap," he said. "Is this business or friendship?"

"Mostly business," declared Deane.

Hardaway glanced at the clock. "Twelve minutes, precisely," he said. "Fire away, there's a good fellow. You are not going to give me the affairs of the Incorporated Gold-Mines Association to look after, I suppose?"

"Not I," Deane answered. "They need a more subtle brain than yours, I am afraid. I have come to see you about the other affair."

The lawyer nodded. "You heard the result?" he asked. "We did what we could."

"Perhaps," Deane answered. "The only thing is that you did not do enough. I am perfectly convinced, Hardaway, that that man did not go there with the intention of murdering Sinclair."

"The evidence," Hardaway remarked, "was exceedingly awkward."

"Do you think," Deane asked, "that there is any chance of a reprieve?"

"As things stand at present," said Hardaway, "I am afraid not."

Deane for the first time sat down. With frowning face, he seemed to be engaged in a deliberate study of the pattern of the carpet. "Hardaway," he said finally, "I want to ask you a question in criminal law."

The lawyer laughed dryly. "Not on your own account, I hope?"

"You can call it curiosity, or whatever you like," Deane answered. "The only point is that I want you to answer me a question, and forget that I have ever asked it you. Your lawyer is like your confessor, isn't he--your lawyer and your doctor?"
1. Who was a solicitor?
2. Who was he meeting with?
3. Who was he?
4. What did he want?
5. Was it about a case?
6. What time was it?
7. Did they hear about the results?
8. did he do enough?
9. What did Deane believe about the case?
10. what about the evidence?
11. Could there be a reprieve?
12. What was Deane studying?
13. Was he happy?
14. What did he inquire about?
15. Who did he ask?
Answer: 1. John Hardaway
2. Deane
3. his friend
4. Mostly business
5. No
6. unknown
7. Yes
8. No
9. the man had no intention of murdering Sinclair
10. it was exceedingly awkward
11. No
12. the pattern of the carpet
13. No
14. criminal law
15. isn't he--your lawyer and your doctor?"

Problem: Meryl Streep is an American actress who has worked in theatre, television and film. She is regarded as one of the most talented actresses of all time. The following is a list of movies that Meryl Streep has been involved with:

Kramer vs. Krammer (1979)

In the film, Meryl plays a mother caught up in a custody dispute . Her co-star, Dustin Hoffman, said, "She's extraordinarily hardworking. I think she thinks about nothing else but what she's doing." Meryl won her first Oscar for her performance in this film.

Sophie's Choice (1982)

Meryl plays Sophie, a Polish war survivor. To prepare for the role she learned to speak German and perfected a Polish accent. Film critic Roger Ebert said, "This is one of the most astonishing and yet one of the most natural performances I can imagine." Meryl won her second Best Actress Oscar for her performance.

Out of Africa(1985)

Meryl is Karen Blixen, a Danish woman living in Kenya in the early 20th century. The story follows Karens attempts to run a coffee plantation and her love affair with big-game hunter Denys. The film is based on the memoirs of the real Karen Blixen.

A Cry in the Dark (1995)

This is based on the true-life case of the disappearance of baby Azaria. Meryl plays Linda Chamberlain, a mother who is wrongly accused of killing her own child. After spending four years in prison, it was found that wild dogs had taken away the baby. Meryl won Best Actress at the 1989 Cannes Film Festival.

The Bridge of Madison County (1995)

This movie is based on one of the biggest bestsellers of the 20th century (the book sold 50 million copies worldwide). Meryl plays Francesca Johnson, an Italian war bride living in 1960s Iowa. It's about her brief affair with photographer Robert Kincaid.

Mamma Mial(2008)

This is a romantic comedy based on the stage musical Mamma Mial, featuring the music from 1970s Swedish pop group ABBA. Meryl plays Donna Sheridan, a hotel owner on the Greek island of Kalokairi. Mamma Mial made over U.S. $ 600 million worldwide. Apparently, Meryl had seen the musical in 2001 and was completely absorbed in it. She had no idea that seven years later she'd be in the movie version.
1. What type of career does Meryl Streep have?
2. What was her first movie?
3. What year was that?
4. Who was her co-star in that?
5. Did she win any awards with that?
6. What did she win?
7. What was her next movie?
8. What part did she play in that?
9. What type of character was Sophie?
10. Did she win any awards playing Sophie?
11. What did she win?
12. What was her next movie?
13. What type of character did she play?
14. What did she do?
15. What era was it based on?
16. Did she play in any other movies?
17. What was the other movie name?
18. Did she win any awards for that?
19. What was her latest movie?
20. What year was that?
21. What was the name of the character she played?
22. How much money did that movie make?
Answer:
1. American actress.
2. Kramer vs. Kramer.
3. 1979.
4. Dustin Hoffman.
5. Yes.
6. Oscar.
7. Sophie's Choice.
8. Sophie.
9. Polish war survivor.
10. Yes.
11. Oscar.
12. Out of Africa.
13. Danish woman.
14. Ran a coffee plantation.
15. Early 20th century.
16. Yes.
17. A Cry in the Dark.
18. Best Actress.
19. The Bridge of Madison County.
20. 2008
21. Donna Sheridan.
22. Over U.S. $ 600 million.