In The Sherlock Society, what supposedly guards the treasure?

In The Sherlock Society, what supposedly guards the treasure?

• A. Wild animals
• B. Pirates
• C. Traps
• D. Guards in armor

Answer: (A)

Think about how legends describe protecting a hidden treasure: a non-human, untamed force adds mystery and danger, and that fits the idea of something “supposedly” guarding it. Wild animals as guardians create the sense that the treasure is hidden behind a natural, unpredictable barrier, which matches the notion of a rumor or superstition rather than a verified sentry. The other options rely on human or mechanical protectors—pirates, traps, or armored guards—whose presence would be concrete rather than whispered lore. In this context, wild animals best capture the imagined, legendary defense surrounding the treasure.

Think about how legends describe protecting a hidden treasure: a non-human, untamed force adds mystery and danger, and that fits the idea of something “supposedly” guarding it. Wild animals as guardians create the sense that the treasure is hidden behind a natural, unpredictable barrier, which matches the notion of a rumor or superstition rather than a verified sentry. The other options rely on human or mechanical protectors—pirates, traps, or armored guards—whose presence would be concrete rather than whispered lore. In this context, wild animals best capture the imagined, legendary defense surrounding the treasure.