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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What part of Mary Hogan's body was found in Ed's house?
(a) Fingers.
(b) Skull.
(c) Face.
(d) Feet.

2. When Ed talked about his mother, what happened to him?
(a) He refused to say anything about her.
(b) He showed extreme hatred for her.
(c) He showed no emotion.
(d) He became emotional.

3. Which of the following is the name Ed Gein not synonymous with?
(a) Insanity.
(b) Horror.
(c) Darkness.
(d) Theft.

4. In which state did the argument between the two men and the mob take place?
(a) Missouri.
(b) Wisconsin.
(c) Wyoming.
(d) Michigan.

5. The notes on Bernice's autopsy included concern that her death was prompted by which of the following?
(a) Extreme depression and oppression.
(b) Ferocious anger.
(c) Comic book violence.
(d) Disturbing talents.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what year did Ed's brother die?

2. What type of business did Ed's mother and father own?

3. Where did Ed shoot Bernice?

4. What were Ed and his brother doing when his brother died?

5. Why did Ed think he could take his time with Eleanor?

Short Essay Questions

1. Where was Bernice's body found and what were the circumstances surrounding it?

2. Why did Ed show Bob the preserved human heads?

3. What did police expect to find in Augusta's room and what was actually found there?

4. Describe the circumstances behind the disappearances of Victor and Ray.

5. How did neighbors generally view Ed?

6. How does Ed describe the other women who play a role in his life?

7. Describe the evidence existing when Mary Hogan went missing.

8. How did Ed describe himself killing Bernice?

9. What type of media coverage was typical of the Ed Gein case?

10. What did the town of Plainfield, WI become associated with as a result of Ed Gein?

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