Interpretive
• What effect does Watson’s narration have on the reader’s perceptions of Holmes? ANSWER: Watson’s narration affects the reader’s perception of Holmes in that it makes it easier for the readers to believe that Holmes is more than just a character in a book while still maintaining the mystery of his identity.
SUPPORT:
“How on earth did you know that?” I asked in astonishment. (p 17) Holmes was not a difficult man to live with. He was quiet in his ways, and his habits were irregular. (p 21) My surprise reached a climax, however, when I found I found ...
