Mystery of the Garden Figure

The poem 'Miller's End' by Charles Corsley describes a mysterious figure seen daily at Miller's End. Initially perceived as a ghost, the figure is revealed to be Miss Wickerby, an elderly woman taking a shortcut to the shop. The children are intrigued by her presence and learn from the garden boy, Billy, that she is not a ghost. Miss Wickerby reacts emotionally when she learns the children know her name, revealing a tragic past involving Billy, who drowned in the garden pool long ago.

What time did the mysterious figure appear in the garden?

• Every morning at eight

• Every afternoon at four

• Every evening at six

• Every night at midnight

What did the children initially think about the figure in black?

• It was a lost traveler

• It was a gardener

• It was a ghost

• It was a friendly neighbor

Who did the garden boy reveal the figure to be?

• A wandering musician

• A local shopkeeper

• A famous actress

• Old Miss Wickerby

Why did Miss Wickerby use the garden path?

• To avoid the main road

• To enjoy the flowers

• To visit a friend

• To take a shortcut to the shop

What tragic event did Miss Wickerby reveal about Billy?

• He was lost in the woods

• He drowned in the pool

• He became a famous artist

• He moved to another town