Discussion questions – Scarlet Pimpernel: Chapter XV

Chapter XV
1. What two animals are likened to the Scarlet Pimpernel and Chauvelin?
2. Whose name sounds strange and unfamiliar to
Lady Blakeney? Why? (Think!)
3. Why is Lady Blakeney irritated with Lord Fancourt?
4. Why does Marguerite think she and Chauvelin have failed in finding the Scarlet Pimpernel?
5. Does Chauvelin think they have failed in finding him?
6. What confirmation does Chauvelin need in order to positively identify the Scarlet Pimpernel?
7. Who does Marguerite say is Chauvelin’s “master”?