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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Murders in the Rue Morgue.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Dupin respond to a direct though in another person's head?
(a) He is good at reading body language.
(b) He saw the occurrence in a dream.
(c) He analyzed the situation.
(d) He can read minds.

2. What phrase did the third witness claim to have heard outside the crime scene?
(a) Mon Dieu.
(b) Oh my God.
(c) Deja vu.
(d) Como estas.

3. How many pieces are a part of the first evidence found in the Rue Morgue?
(a) 1.
(b) 4.
(c) 3.
(d) 2.

4. Who does Dupin claim to know?
(a) The mayor.
(b) The head politician in his area.
(c) A group of sailors.
(d) The head of police.

5. Which of the following is the first sign of struggle at the crime scene?
(a) A ladder knocked over.
(b) Drawers pulled out.
(c) A dresser moved in front of a door.
(d) Jewelry stolen from the open box.

Short Answer Questions

1. Describe the relationship between Dupin and the narrator.

2. Describe the first piece of evidence found at the crime scene.

3. How does Dupin feel about the police investigation of the murders?

4. Describe the yard outside the Rue Morgue.

5. What is the color of the first piece of evidence found at the Rue Morgue?

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