Learning English Stories Classic Stories: The Hound of the Baskervilles
Jun 27, 2025
Delve into the eerie world of Sherlock Holmes as he investigates the mysterious death of Sir Charles Baskerville. Explore the chilling legend of a monstrous hound haunting the Baskerville family. Join Holmes and Dr. Watson as they brave the haunting Dartmoor landscape, confronting ghostly elements and dark family secrets. Plus, learn nine fascinating uses of the word 'dead' in just five minutes!
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The Mysterious Death
- Dr Mortimer visits Holmes about Sir Charles Baskerville's mysterious death and a giant paw print found nearby.
- Legend says a huge black hound haunted the Baskerville family, sparking Holmes's interest in protecting the heir, Sir Henry.
Strange Neighbors and Warnings
- Watson reaches Baskerville Hall and notices odd behavior from the butler and his wife and learns about an escaped convict.
- He meets neighbors, the Stapletons, and receives a warning to leave, deepening the mystery.
Night on the Moor
- Watson is stopped by a blood-curdling howl and sees a mysterious figure on the moor at night.
- He discovers the Barrymores are signaling to the escaped convict Selden, who wears Sir Henry's clothes.