Footprints Without Feet: Footprints without Feet

Topics in this chapter

• Griffin's Character and Psychology
• Invisibility and Scientific Consequences
• Iping Setting and Village Suspicion
• Griffin's Crimes and Clergyman Episode
• Pursuit, Escape, and Climax
• Themes and Critical Interpretation

Cheat sheet

Practice questions

1. Question 1Q-948BA1

   What was Griffin's profession or how did he earn a living in the story?

   1. A.He was a wealthy landowner who experimented as a hobby.
   2. B.He was a brilliant scientist who was also a lawless person.
   3. C.He was a detective hired by Scotland Yard.
   4. D.He was a medical practitioner in a London hospital.
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2. Question 2Q-43CBF1

   Why did Griffin swallow specific rare drugs in the story?

   1. A.To cure a rare tropical disease
   2. B.To become invisible
   3. C.To enhance his memory for scientific research
   4. D.To escape from a burning building
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3. Question 3Q-B35DB7

   Where did Griffin first go to hide and find warmth after escaping from the London store?

   1. A.The village inn at Iping
   2. B.A theatre company in London
   3. C.A grand London store
   4. D.Dr. Kemp's laboratory
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4. Question 4Q-B006C3

   Why were the two boys in London fascinated by the muddy footprints?

   1. A.They belonged to a famous detective.
   2. B.They appeared out of nowhere with no visible person attached to them.
   3. C.They led directly into a royal palace.
   4. D.They glowed in the dark.
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5. Question 5Q-CB3255

   What caused Mrs. Hall to suspect that the scientist was eccentric and perhaps connected to a burglary?

   1. A.He paid his rent regularly in advance every single week.
   2. B.He suddenly produced ready cash after claiming he had no money.
   3. C.He invited the village clergyman to tea every Sunday.
   4. D.He wore bright colourful clothes instead of bandages.
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