My Holiday to Soldier Island Summer 1939

After you have read the invitation, on a sheet of loose- leaf paper, RSVP to the invitation in the form of a friendly letter. Will you come to Soldier Island? Why or why not? (Your response must be At least 12 sentences - 3 paragraphs)

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Dear Diary…. I am still wondering….. When we first arrived… You will never believe what happened today.. When I woke up this morning… Last night the most unusual thing happened… I’m beginning to get worried…

“The Invitation” Why were you invited? What made the invitation intriguing? What do you hope to find on Soldier Island? #1

Dear Diary,January 11, 1939 indent When I awoke this morning, I found the most unusual thing in the post. It was an invitation from an acquaintance of mine, Ms. Bateman, whom I have not seen in years. She has invited me to holiday on Solider Island, which, if I recall, is off of the coast of England. I had heard from others that she had moved out of the country, so imagine my surprise when I received the invitation. I find it to be a little intriguing though, as we were not that good of friends. We used to attend the same church. Although we saw each other every Sunday, we never socialized outside of church. Odd to say the least! Regardless, I have decided to take advantage of the holiday using the money she sent me. I really need a break from my kids and basking in the sunshine is exactly the ticket. I hope to catch up on days gone by, make new friends, and explore all the island has to offer. Until tomorrow, Name #1

What are your first impressions of Soldier Island? What is the place like both inside and out? How does it make you feel? #2

How did you react when the “Voice” accused everyone of a crime ? What do you think of the Wargrave’s idea that U.N. Owen could mean “Unknown?” How did the mood of the evening change? #3

Respond to the “confessions” that two other characters give after hearing the indictments. How do you feel about these people now? #4

What is your explanation for the crime that you are accused of committing? Do you think the other guests believe you? Why or why not? #5

Respond to the death of Anthony Marston. Do you think he committed suicide? #6

Respond to the death of Mrs. Rogers. Do you think that she might have been killed by her husband, or did she do away with herself? What do you think about the disappearance of the figurines? # 7

What do you think of Emily Brent’s explanation of what happened to Beatrice Taylor? Do you agree or disagree with her actions? How do you feel about her now? #8

“ Mr. Owen is one of us…” How do you feel now? #9

Why are people being killed? Am I in danger? To what extent? #10

“MacArthur with a blow to the back of the head, and now Mr. Rogers has his head hacked open with an axe! What is to happen next?” cried one of remaining guests. Respond to the deaths of MacArthur and Rogers. What might happen next? Who is in danger? Who is the killer? #11

“Emily Brent stung by a bee? No! It was a hypodermic needle with filled with potassium cyanide,” exclaimed Dr. Armstrong. Respond the death of Ms. Emily Brent. Did she deserve to die? #12

Justice Wargrave shot in the head? Who’s next? Is it me? Respond to the death of Justice Wargrave. #13

“There are only two of us left still alive! Mr. Blore and Dr. Armstrong were murdered along with the others. What is going on? Who is responsible for all of these deaths? Will I ever leave this island?” Respond to the deaths of Blore and Armstrong. #14

Respond to the death of Vera Claythorne. Did she deserve to die as she did Why do you think she hung herself?

Summarize your thoughts on the novel. Were you surprised at who the killer was? Why? What do you think of Wargrave’s plan? Did Agatha Christie keep you in suspense? How? What rating would you give this novel and would you recommend it to others? #15