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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7, The Heart of Darkness.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Richard Speck claimed he was not __________.
(a) A serial killer.
(b) A human.
(c) A murderer.
(d) A man.

2. What is the phrase "betting on raindrops rolling down the window" a metaphor for?
(a) Serial killers that mess up.
(b) Bettors that are afraid to win.
(c) Criminals that fail.
(d) Bettors that wager on anything because they love to bet.

3. What did Dr. Burgess create in Chapter 6 in order to analyze felon interviews?
(a) A personality quiz.
(b) A video analysis program.
(c) A serial killer profile.
(d) A fifty-seven page interview instrument.

4. Whom did Kemper shoot and stab at age 14?
(a) His mom and dad.
(b) His grandmother and grandfather.
(c) His brother and sister.
(d) His girlfriend and her new boyfriend.

5. During what time period did the Son of Sam strike New York?
(a) Between May, 1970 and July, 1971.
(b) Between June, 1962 and December, 1968.
(c) Between February, 1980 and March, 1990.
(d) Between July, 1976 and July, 1977.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to William Heirens, who lived inside of him?

2. When he taught road school, what did Douglas suggest was the best way to gain insight on criminals?

3. In Chapter 3, in what area did Douglas work towards a masters degree?

4. How many teachers worked with the BSU in 1977?

5. Where did Kemper live when he was interviewed in Chapter 6?

(see the answer key)

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