The 40 Elephants: London's All-Female Gang

What was unique about the 40 Elephants compared to other gangs in London?

• They were an all-female gang.

• They operated only at night.

• They were based in the countryside.

• They never committed any crimes.

Why were the 40 Elephants named as such?

• Their base was near The Elephant and Castle Pub.

• They were inspired by a circus.

• They had 40 members.

• They used elephants in their heists.

What was one of the main shoplifting techniques used by the 40 Elephants?

• Using fake currency.

• Bribing store managers.

• Hiding stolen goods in their skirts.

• Using trained animals to distract shopkeepers.

What was Diamond Annie's real name?

• Maggie Hughes

• Lillian Rose Kendall

• Mary Carr

• Alice Elizabeth Black

How did Diamond Annie manage to evade capture during an interrogation?

• She hid the jewels in the detective's pocket.

• She disguised herself as someone else.

• She escaped through a window.

• She bribed the detective.

What was a key strategy used by the 40 Elephants to avoid detection?

• Using male accomplices.

• Bribing local officials.

• Operating only in rural areas.

• Dressing as wealthy socialites.

What was the 'Crush' technique used by the 40 Elephants?

• A method of intimidating store owners.

• A way to crush stolen goods for easy transport.

• A distraction technique involving a large group.

• A method of overwhelming store security.

What led to Diamond Annie's downfall?

• Her arrest for a major heist.

• A betrayal by a close associate.

• Internal conflict within the gang.

• Her decision to retire.

Who took over the leadership of the 40 Elephants after Diamond Annie?

• Mary Carr

• Diana Black

• Lillian Rose Kendall

• Maggie Hughes

What was Lillian Rose Kendall's nickname?

• The Jewel Thief

• The Bobbed-Hair Bandit

• The Queen of Thieves

• The Silent Shadow