A. it says in the text "Unless the boy or girl who planned this crime wants to return the loot to Miss Carpenter here and now?" This is implying something ridiculous that would not happen, and she is being sarcastic. It is showing the money will not be returned since Ellery is cheerfully saying all these things, in a suggestive way as in "oh we probably won't find it in time so if the person who took it will just confess and give it back"
A.) To suggest the money will not be found. They’re talking about the time and wondering about what time they’ll be back. This indicates that maybe they won’t make it later on in the future
Badminton is an easy to learn sport. It may take quite a few tries, but you will learn. It's also fun and that makes it even easier. If you're feeling a bit lazy, I think it's a good sport for you.
