"The Landlady" by Roald Dahl - Check your comprehension

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What type of lodging is Billy looking for in 'The Landlady'?

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Billy is looking for inexpensive lodging.

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What makes the landlady seem odd to Billy?

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The landlady seems odd because she calls Billy by the wrong name.

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What is unusual about the boys listed in the guestbook?

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The boys in the guestbook sound familiar to Billy.

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Why do few people choose to stay at the bed and breakfast?

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Few people stay at the bed and breakfast because the landlady is very particular about her guests.

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What does the landlady insist that Billy do when he arrives?

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The landlady insists that Billy drink his tea.

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What is the significance of the guestbook in 'The Landlady'?

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The guestbook serves as a clue to the landlady's peculiar behavior and the fate of previous guests.

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How does the setting contribute to the mood of 'The Landlady'?

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The setting, a seemingly cozy but eerie bed and breakfast, creates a suspenseful and unsettling mood.

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What role does foreshadowing play in 'The Landlady'?

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Foreshadowing hints at the dark outcome of Billy's stay, building tension throughout the story.

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What themes are explored in 'The Landlady'?

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Themes include deception, the nature of hospitality, and the dangers of naivety.

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How does Roald Dahl use characterization in 'The Landlady'?

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Dahl uses characterization to create a sense of unease, particularly through the landlady's quirky and unsettling traits.