What is the main theme conveyed in 'That Little Square Box' by Arthur Conan Doyle?

Fear and imagination misjudge reality.

• Explores human psychology's flaws.

• Highlights the need for rational thought.

• Encourages seeking truth over assumptions.

Describe the actions of the narrator when he first encounters Flannigan and Muller.

Narrator feels anxious, confronts duo.

• He observes their actions closely.

• Suspects danger from the box.

• Decides to confront them directly.

Flannigan and Muller are initially perceived as suspicious characters. What is the truth about their intentions?

Flannigan and Muller have good intentions.

• They are organizing a race.

• Their behavior seems suspicious.

• The box contains racing pigeons.

Fill in the blank: The narrator's anxiety about the box escalates when he overhears a conversation about a ___.

Timer

What does the final twist reveal about the supposed danger of the box?

The box is harmless and safe.

• Narrator's fears are exaggerated.

• Box contains racing pigeons.

• Twist contrasts expectation with reality.

How does the story illustrate the impact of imagination on perception?

Imagination affects perception significantly.

• Imagination shapes our views.

• Perception can be misleading.

• Context alters interpretation.

True or False: The Captain was aware of Flannigan and Muller's plan to race the pigeons on board.

False. The Captain did not allow racing on board, which is why they were trying to keep their activity a secret.

What lesson can be learned from the narrator's experience with the box?

The lesson is to avoid jumping to conclusions based on fear and to remain patient and rational while assessing situations before taking action.

Fill in the blank: The story concludes with the narrator feeling both ___ and relieved after discovering the truth about the box.

Embarrassed

Explain the significance of the box being described as 'square' in the context of the story.

The square shape symbolizes confinement.

• Represents narrator's fears.

• Conveys a sense of mystery.

• Highlights themes of assumption.