A Scandal in Bohemia

Question 1

Plot Summary

Answer 1

Count Von Kramm is engaged to Clotilde Lothman and wants to get rid of evidence of his relation with Irene Adler. Holmes sets up a trick by faking a fight and then a gun shot and watches Adler go towards her most prized possession. Adler catches onto Holmes and leaves him a note saying she won’t use it as blackmail, only protection.

Question 2

Who is Count Von Kramm

Answer 2

An “agent” for a wealthy client. He is actually the Grand duke and king of Bohemia.

Question 3

Count Von Kramm makes a remark Irene Adler not being on his level. Explain Holmes’ response.

Answer 3

Holmes replies that she is indeed not on his level, implying that she is the one on a higher level than the Count.