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In English / Middle School | 2014-09-15

In the book "And Then There Were None," what is the skeleton in Blore's closet?

Asked by Alyssacurtis

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The skeleton in Blore's closet is the dark secret that he's been keeping to himself. Blore's secret is that he was the main police officer on the force testifying against Landor and got him sent to prison for life who died a year later :O

Answered by jujubee | 2024-06-10

In "And Then There Were None," the skeleton in the closet represents the hidden secrets each character holds about their past actions. For Arthur Blore, his secret pertains to his role in the wrongful conviction and subsequent death of Landor, which creates a sense of guilt that influences the narrative. These concealed truths ultimately connect to the themes of guilt and justice throughout the novel.
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Answered by jujubee | 2024-10-30