Whodunit Mysteries: The Case of the Missing Necklace

Read the text below and answer the following questions
Whodunit Mysteries: The Case of the Missing Necklace
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It was a humid Saturday morning in Kuala Lumpur when I, Detective Amir, received an urgent call from the local museum. A priceless necklace, part of an ancient collection, had gone missing just hours before an important exhibition. The museum’s staff were in a panic, and the director feared a scandal that could ruin their reputation.
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Upon arriving at the museum, I was greeted by the anxious director, Mrs. Lim. She explained that the necklace was last seen in the display case in the main gallery. "We had just finished setting up for the exhibition when I noticed it was gone," she said, her voice trembling. "We have to find it before the press arrives!"
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I immediately gathered the staff for questioning, starting with the security guard, Mr. Tan. He had been on duty all night and assured me that he had seen nothing unusual. "I checked the cameras every hour," he claimed. "Everything seemed fine until this morning." However, when I reviewed the footage, I noticed a shadowy figure near the display case just before the necklace vanished. This detail sparked my interest. Who was that?
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Next, I spoke to the curator, Mr. Rahman, who was responsible for the exhibition. He seemed nervous and fidgety. "I was in the back room preparing the brochures," he said, avoiding eye contact. "I didn't notice anything until Mrs. Lim called me." His alibi was shaky, and I couldn't help but wonder if he had something to hide.
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As I continued my investigation, I learned about a recent disagreement between Mr. Rahman and Mrs. Lim regarding the exhibition’s budget. Could this be a motive for sabotage? I decided to dig deeper into their relationship. Meanwhile, I asked the other staff members if they had seen anything suspicious.
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A young intern named Aisha mentioned seeing a man wearing a black hoodie loitering outside the museum earlier that morning. "He looked out of place, like he was waiting for something," she said. Her observation added another layer to the mystery. Was this man involved in the theft?
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With several leads to follow, I decided to check the nearby CCTV cameras. After reviewing the footage, I spotted the same hoodie-clad figure slipping into the museum just before the necklace disappeared. I shared this information with the police, who agreed to help track down the suspect.
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While waiting for the police to arrive, I returned to the museum to gather more evidence. I examined the display case closely and noticed a small piece of fabric caught on the corner. It was a clue! I carefully collected the fabric and sent it for analysis, hoping it would lead us to the thief.
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Just as I was about to leave, the police arrived with the man in the hoodie. To my surprise, it was none other than Mr. Rahman! He confessed to the theft, explaining that he had planned to sell the necklace to cover his debts. The fabric I found matched his hoodie, providing undeniable evidence.
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With the case solved, Mrs. Lim and the staff were relieved. The necklace was recovered just in time for the exhibition, and Mr. Rahman was arrested. As I left the museum, I couldn't help but feel a sense of satisfaction. Another mystery solved, and Kuala Lumpur was safe once again.
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This experience reminded me of the importance of keen observation and thorough investigation. In the world of mysteries, every detail counts, and sometimes the most unexpected suspects turn out to be the culprits. Who would have thought that the curator was behind it all?

Question 10
Who was the thief behind the missing necklace? [1 Mark]

PROMPT: I am a IGCSE student working on Comprehension. You are an English teacher. The text: {TEXT}
Question prompt: {QUESTION}
My Answer: {ANSWER1}
Correct Answer: Mr. Rahman, the curator
Evaluate if I answered the question correctly. Output a green tick if correct or a red cross if incorrect. Explain if I am correct or wrong, Do not give me the answer. Use Markdown

Question 11
What did the police find that proved Mr. Rahman was the thief? [1 Mark]

PROMPT: I am a IGCSE student working on Comprehension. You are an English teacher. The text: {TEXT}
Question prompt: {QUESTION}
My Answer: {ANSWER2}
Correct Answer: A piece of fabric from his hoodie
Evaluate if I answered the question correctly. Output a green tick if correct or a red cross if incorrect. Explain if I am correct or wrong, Do not give me the answer. Use Markdown

Question 12
Why did Mr. Rahman steal the necklace? [1 Mark]

PROMPT: I am a IGCSE student working on Comprehension. You are an English teacher. The text: {TEXT}
Question prompt: {QUESTION}
My Answer: {ANSWER3}
Correct Answer: To pay off his debts
Evaluate if I answered the question correctly. Output a green tick if correct or a red cross if incorrect. Explain if I am correct or wrong, Do not give me the answer. Use Markdown

Question 13
What did Detective Amir find that helped solve the case? [1 Mark]

PROMPT: I am a IGCSE student working on Comprehension. You are an English teacher. The text: {TEXT}
Question prompt: {QUESTION}
My Answer: {ANSWER4}
Correct Answer: A piece of fabric from the suspect's hoodie
Evaluate if I answered the question correctly. Output a green tick if correct or a red cross if incorrect. Explain if I am correct or wrong, Do not give me the answer. Use Markdown

Question 14
What did Aisha see outside the museum that was unusual? [1 Mark]

PROMPT: I am a IGCSE student working on Comprehension. You are an English teacher. The text: {TEXT}
Question prompt: {QUESTION}
My Answer: {ANSWER5}
Correct Answer: A man in a black hoodie loitering
Evaluate if I answered the question correctly. Output a green tick if correct or a red cross if incorrect. Explain if I am correct or wrong, Do not give me the answer. Use Markdown

Question 15
What did Detective Amir find that helped identify Mr. Rahman as the thief? [1 Mark]

PROMPT: I am a IGCSE student working on Comprehension. You are an English teacher. The text: {TEXT}
Question prompt: {QUESTION}
My Answer: {ANSWER6}
Correct Answer: A piece of fabric from his clothing
Evaluate if I answered the question correctly. Output a green tick if correct or a red cross if incorrect. Explain if I am correct or wrong, Do not give me the answer. Use Markdown

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