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Who sends Malone to interview Professor Challenger?
Mr. McArdle
Why is it difficult to interview Professor Challenger?
Because Challenger hates journalists and often attacks them
How does Malone manage to enter Professor Challenger’s house?
He pretends to be a student who admires the professor’s scientific work.
What is Professor Challenger’s first reaction when he learns Malone is a journalist?
He becomes very angry and physically threatens him.
How does Malone finally win Challenger’s trust?
By saying he honestly wants to understand the truth and will listen carefully to the professor’s story.
Where did Professor Challenger travel on his expedition?
To the Amazon region in South America.
Who was with him during the journey?
another explorer named Professor Maple White.
What strange things did they see in the jungle?
They found unusual plants and animals
What important discovery did Challenger make?
He saw a drawing made by Maple White showing a plateau with strange, prehistoric creatures.
Why does nobody believe Challenger’s story back in London?
Because his discoveries sound impossible and fantastic, and people think he is lying or exaggerating
What was Edward Malone's job?
He was a reporter for a newspaper in London
Why did Malone go to see Pro. Challenger?
He wanted to find out if Challenger was telling the truth
Describe Pro. Challenger.
large head with a red face and grey eyes. He had a long black beard
What happened when Malone met Pro. Challenger?
Challenger attacked Malone and they both fell to the floor. The two men rolled into the street
Where had Pro. Challenger been to?
He went to South America
Who was Maple White?
Maple White was an American
