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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. Describe the relationship between Dupin and the narrator.
(a) They are cousins.
(b) They are co-workers.
(c) They are good friends.
(d) One is a teacher and one is a student.

2. How was the person found in the chimney killed?
(a) Stabbed.
(b) Gunshot.
(c) Decapitated.
(d) Strangulation.

3. What does Dupin spend time investigating?
(a) The doors.
(b) The trapdoor.
(c) The windows.
(d) The chimney.

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

5. How many days before her death did Madame L'Espanaye pull out money?
(a) 2.
(b) 4.
(c) 3.
(d) 5.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Duping believe is true about the killer?

2. Describe the yard outside the Rue Morgue.

3. What does Dupin believe he may have to do to the man who is coming to visit them?

4. What is the second sign of struggle at the crime scene?

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

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