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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapters 11-18.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After they discuss Edmund's step-father, who does Dupin send Edmund to speak to at the docks?
(a) Mrs. Powers.
(b) Captain Elias.
(c) Throck.
(d) Mr. Peterson.

2. What does Dupin see from the bell tower?
(a) The cemetery.
(b) The docks.
(c) The bank.
(d) Edmund's home.

3. Who does Mrs. Powers want her daughter to marry?
(a) Mr. Peterson.
(b) Mr. Arnold.
(c) Mr. Poe.
(d) Mr. Poley.

4. What does Dupin learn at the portrait studio?
(a) Edmund's mother and aunt look nothing alike.
(b) Edmund's mother and aunt are the same person.
(c) Edmund's mother and aunt both resemble Edmund's sister.
(d) Edmund's mother and aunt are twins.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. When they first meet, in exchange for Edmund's help, what does Dupin agree to do?

3. Who is the man who hits Edmund with a gun?

4. The first time Edmund and Dupin go to the saloon together, what do they learn?

5. The prologue is engaging because it sets up a crime in which _____.

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