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What purpose does Wargrave's confession serve at the end of the novel?
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It details his motivations and planning, to be discovered if his bottle is found
What is the overarching theme related to justice in the novel?
Justice vs. Vigilantism
What is the role of concealed identities in the novel?
They contribute to an atmosphere of suspicion and dread
Who is the mysterious host that lures the characters to Soldier Island in 'And Then There Were None'?
Justice Wargrave
Which character in the novel has a background as a former surgeon?
Dr. Armstrong
Which character in the novel is portrayed as an adventurer?
Philip Lombard
Which character's profession is that of a detective in 'And Then There Were None'?
William Bloor
How does Justice Wargrave justify his actions in the novel?
By claiming to be serving justice for unpunished deaths caused by the guests
What point of view is used in the narration of the story?
Third-person omniscient
What does the island symbolize in 'And Then There Were None'?
Isolation and the inescapable nature of one's past actions
What technique does Wargrave use to make it appear that he has been murdered?
He stages his own death
What is a key element of the characters' past that connects them in the novel?
Each character has a dark past involving actions that led to deaths that law enforcement could not address
What is one of the main themes related to character reactions in the novel?
Fear and Survival
What does the nursery rhyme in the novel symbolize?
Inevitability and foretells the fate of the characters
How does the revelation of Wargrave's identity affect the conclusion of the story?
It unveils him as the mastermind behind the murders, planning his own continued control over the situation
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