Multiple choice general knowledge Who does Sherlock Holmes refer to as "The Woman" in "A Scandal in Bohemia"? Miss Marple Mary Morstan Judith Polgar Irene Adler Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself D Correct answer Explanation Irene Adler earned Holmes's respect by outwitting him in the story 'A Scandal in Bohemia' - she's the only woman he ever referred to as 'The Woman'.