Where does the scene take place? - The scene takes place at Mike Schofield’s house during a dinner party., What is the host’s occupation? - Mike Schofield is a wine merchant or wine collector—he has a deep interest in wine, but he’s not as expert as he thinks., Where does the story take place? - The story takes place in London, England., What is Richard Pratt’s favorite thing? - Richard’s favorite thing is wine. He considers himself a great connoisseur., Explain the bet which usually takes place between Mike and Richard. Who usually wins? - Richard usually tries to guess the wine being served. If he gets it right, he wins something; if not, Mike does. Richard usually wins the bets., How does Richard eat his fish and drink his wine? What is so strange about this? - He eats slowly and drinks with great concentration, sniffing, tasting, and analyzing the wine intensely, which seems exaggerated and pretentious., What is so unusual about the bet this time?  - This time, the bet is Louise’s hand in marriage if Richard wins. If he loses, he gives Mike two of his houses. The stakes are personal and extreme., What did Richard leave in the study? - He left his glasses in the study., How does Louise feel when Richard is talking to her? - She feels uncomfortable and annoyed. His flirtation is inappropriate and makes her feel awkward., How does Richard describe wine? What are the words he uses? - As if they were living beings: shy, sensible, kind, cheerful, etc., Why does Mr. Worsley accuse Richard of cheating? - Because he finds Richard’s glasses in the study, where the wine bottle was. This proves Richard saw the label before the bet, meaning he cheated., How would you describe Mike Schofield? - He is proud, competitive, and easily manipulated. He wants to appear knowledgeable. He had become very rich very quickly and wanted to be considered someone who understood and enjoyed the good things in life., How does Mrs. Schofield feel about the bet? - She is nervous, uncomfortable, and disapproves of it, especially because her daughter is involved.,

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