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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapters 1-10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When they first meet, in exchange for Edmund's help, what does Dupin agree to do?
(a) Help Edmund commit a crime.
(b) Help Edmund find his sister.
(c) Help Edmund write a story.
(d) Give Edmund money for food.

2. Who is Fortnoy?
(a) A night watchman.
(b) A police officer.
(c) A ship's captain.
(d) A sailor.

3. What does Edmund read in Dupin's notebook at the tavern?
(a) A message to Edmund.
(b) Dupin's true identity.
(c) A message to Mrs. Whitman.
(d) A story based on Edmund's situation.

4. How much money does Edmund have at the beginning of the story?
(a) A nickel.
(b) A penny.
(c) A dollar.
(d) A dime.

5. What does Dupin learn is the cause of Edmund's aunt's death?
(a) A suicide.
(b) An accident.
(c) Undetermined.
(d) A murder.

Short Answer Questions

1. After they discuss Edmund's step-father, who does Dupin send Edmund to speak to at the docks?

2. When Edward goes to the saloon to buy supplies for himself and Dupin, according to the posted sign, who is offering a reward for the location of Mrs. G. Rachett?

3. How are the children feeling when the novel begins?

4. In what year does the story take place?

5. At the bank, who is the author of the urgent message Mr. Poley hands Peterson?

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