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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3, Chapters 19-22.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Edmund realizes about the meaning of the word "Sunrise" in the decoded message?
(a) It is a story.
(b) It is a drink.
(c) It is a picture.
(d) It is a ship.

2. When introducing him to her guests, how does Mrs. Whitman refer to Dupin?
(a) Mr. Poe.
(b) Mr. Rachett.
(c) Edmund's father.
(d) Mr. Arnold.

3. How are the children feeling when the novel begins?
(a) Hungry.
(b) Excited.
(c) Cheerful.
(d) Tired.

4. What is in the prologue of Poe's story?
(a) The beginning of Poe's life.
(b) A note to Mrs. Whitman.
(c) The same prologue that begins Edmund's story.
(d) An apology to Edward for his behavior.

5. What does Dupin want Edmund to find out at the docks?
(a) Whether there's a ship called The Lady Liberty.
(b) Whether Captain Elias was involved in a murder.
(c) Whether Mrs. Powers will consent to Dupin's courting of Mrs. Whitman.
(d) Whether Sis is hiding on a ship.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Dupin learn that Aunty Pru was told of Edmund's mother's location?

2. Who or what is Peggy?

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

4. At the clothier's shop, what does the large man do when he sees Edmund?

5. When Dupin goes to the courthouse, what do Thock and Fortnoy testify about?

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