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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. What is the title of one of Edgar Allan Poe's famous mystery books?
(a) The Murder in the Rue Morte.
(b) The Murders in the Rue Morte.
(c) The Murder in the Rue Morgue.
(d) The Murders in the Rue Morgue.

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

3. What promise does Sis make to Edmund before he leaves her alone in the room?
(a) She won't go out while he's gone.
(b) She'll let him have most of the food he buys.
(c) She'll call a neighbor if she needs help.
(d) If their aunt returns, Sis will take responsibility for his leaving.

4. Who is Auguste Dupin?
(a) A writer.
(b) A carpet salesman.
(c) A postal worker.
(d) A delivery man.

5. What does Edmund buy for himself and his sister?
(a) Meat.
(b) Kidney pie.
(c) Bread.
(d) Scones.

Short Answer Questions

1. Poe's main character in one of his famous mystery books was the first to use a combination of ____.

2. When Edmund enters his room with the food for himself and his sister, what state is his sister in?

3. 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?

4. What does the piece of paper that is slipped under the door of Edmund's room tell Dupin?

5. How much money does Edmund have at the beginning of the story?

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