The judge sees a similarity between the Westing Game and a Chess game in The Westing Game because both involve strategic thinking and planning moves ahead to outsmart opponents. In both games, the players must use their wits and skills to uncover the truth and solve the mystery at hand.
The judge in "The Westing Game" saw similarities between the Westing mystery game and the game of chess in terms of strategy, 4 heirs representing different chess pieces, and the complex, multi-layered nature of both games. The judge noticed how each player - like chess pieces - had specific roles and moves to make in order to solve the mystery.
"The Westing Game" is like chess in that both involve strategy, deduction, and critical thinking skills. Just like in chess, the characters in the book must carefully analyze clues and make calculated moves to uncover the truth behind the mysterious Westing game. Both the book and the game of chess require players to think several steps ahead to outwit their opponents.
J.J. Ford is one of the heirs chosen by Sam Westing to participate in the mysterious game to determine his heir. Throughout the game, J.J. investigates the connections between the heirs and uncovers secrets about Sam Westing's past. The relationship between J.J. Ford and Sam Westing is primarily defined by the game and the shared history and secrets that are gradually revealed.
Sandy defends Sam Westing and expresses disbelief at the judge's criticisms, highlighting Westing's good qualities and arguing against the judge's accusations.
International Judge of Chess Compositions was created in 1956.
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Judge Ford initially suspects Sandy as Sam Westing because of Sandy's knowledge of chess and his connection to the Westing family through his friendship with Turtle, one of Sam Westing's heirs. Additionally, Sandy's behavior and mysterious past contribute to the suspicion surrounding him.
Judge Ford is in her seventies in "The Westing Game."
The private investigator hired by Judge Ford in "The Westing Game" was Sandy McSouthers, who was later revealed to be Sam Westing in disguise.
In The Westing Game, Judge J.J. Ford thought Turtle was the victim of Sam Westing's revenge. It wouldn't make sense if anyone was the victim of Sam Westing's murder, except Sam Westing.
Sandy and Judge Ford had different memories of Mrs. Westing in "The Westing Game" because they had different interactions and relationships with her. Sandy may have seen a more positive or negative side of Mrs. Westing based on his experiences, while Judge Ford's perceptions were shaped by her own perspective and history with Mrs. Westing.
JJ Ford is a tenant in one of Mr. Westing's apartments and also plays a key role in the Westing Game mystery as one of the heirs. She was also a legal partner of Mr. Westing and part of the legal team that helped him set up the intricate game.