Encyclopedia Brown - The Case of the Diamond Necklace | Baamboozle - Baamboozle

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Why was Chief Brown at the party in the first place? p.45

Chief Brown was at the party to keep an eye on the necklace.

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What could Mrs. Van Tweedle have done before the party in order for her necklace not to be stolen? p.46

Mrs. Van Tweedle could have put $10,000 behind the statue of George Washington in the park.

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After 10 minutes of Miss Stark being in the locked bedroom, what happened (in order) that made Chief Brown break down the door? p.47

1. Miss Stark screamed 2. Two shots rang out

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Why does Encyclopedia Brown want the room to be searched before Miss Stark gets out of the hospital? p.50

Because Miss Stark will be back for the diamond necklace and the gun that SHE hid!

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What was Miss Starks Mistake? p.85

Miss Stark said she did not see or hear anybody, so there was no reason for her to scream BEFORE the gun shot went off.

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What does yearly mean?

Something that happens once a year

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What does guard mean?

to protect against damage or harm

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What does faint mean?

to feel weak and dizzy

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what does racket mean?

a loud annoying noise

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What does crook mean?

a person who is dishonest or a criminal

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