Mystery of the Month
What Is Your Guess?
Case One
A man leaves his rowdy travel companions to seek some peace and quiet. After a long walk, he hears a voice telling him to return to his group. He returns feeling better, and carries with him some important instructions he discovered at the end of his walk. To his surprise, the rowdy group is entirely out of control and has surrounded a large farm animal.
The Mystery
Who is the man and where is he?
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Clues
- The man and his group are near a famous mountain.
- The man's long walk lasted several days.
- The group of people numbered in the thousands.
- The farm animal was made of gold.
- The country was in Egypt.
Case Two
A man finds himself surrounded by hostile strangers who literally want of piece of him. He flees, but encounters fierce animals and natural obstacles. Finally, he places his trust in a friendly stranger, only to be betrayed and murdered.
The Mystery
Who is the man and who betrays him?
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Clues
- The man is fond of speaking in rhymes.
- He can't swim, but the friendly stranger can.
- Before his escape, the man is kept in an oven.
- The friendly stranger is known for his clever and fox demeanor.
- The man is irresistibly sweet.
Be sure to check the October 2008 edition of the Tea Times for the answers
Answers to August Mysteries:
Case One: The individual is the Cat in the Hat. Dr. Seuss (Theodor Geisel) made him famous.
Case Two: The stranger is Vickie's date. He is taking her to the prom.
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