Question

Answer the following:
(i) Describe the relationship between Mr. Fogg and Aouda.
(ii) Describe how Sherlock Holmes discovered the connection between Miss Morstan receiving precious pearls with Major Sholto.

Hint:

For plot-based questions, summarize key events and character motivations clearly, referencing specific moments from the text.

Answer 1

(i) Mr. Fogg and Aouda's relationship: 
In Around the World in Eighty Days by Jules Verne, Phileas Fogg and Aouda share a relationship that evolves from duty to love: 
- Initial rescue: Fogg saves Aouda from sati in India, showing his principled nature but maintaining emotional reserve. 
- Mutual respect: Aouda admires Fogg's calm determination, while he values her courage and gratitude, treating her with courtesy. 
- Growing affection: During their global journey, Aouda's care for Fogg (e.g., tending to him after attacks) fosters closeness. By the end, their bond deepens, leading to marriage. 
Example: Aouda's proposal to Fogg in London reflects their mutual devotion. 

(ii) Sherlock Holmes and the pearls: 
In The Sign of Four by Arthur Conan Doyle, Holmes discovers the connection between Miss Morstan's pearls and Major Sholto through: 
- Observation: Miss Morstan receives a pearl annually since her father's disappearance, suggesting a link to a hidden motive. 
- Deduction: Holmes learns Major Sholto was Captain Morstan's friend, involved with the Agra treasure. Sholto's deathbed guilt implies he sent pearls to Morstan's daughter as atonement for withholding her share. 
- Evidence: Holmes connects the pearls' timing to Sholto's wealth and death, confirming his involvement. 
Example: The pearls' anonymous delivery is traced to Sholto's attempt to ease his conscience.