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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. Who is shocked by Dupin's comments about the actor?
(a) A passerby.
(b) The actor.
(c) The narrator.
(d) The sailor.

2. What happened when the man walked in on the animal?
(a) The animal did not notice.
(b) A struggle ensued.
(c) The animal stabbed him.
(d) The animal ran off immediately.

3. What location does Dupin claim to want to visit?
(a) The police headquarters.
(b) A ship that recently came to shore.
(c) A politician's office.
(d) The Rue Morgue.

4. Who does Dupin relay the story of the murder to?
(a) The tobacco salesman.
(b) The laundress.
(c) The police.
(d) A woman on the street.

5. On what topic do all testimonials disagree at the trial?
(a) The murder weapon.
(b) The identity of one of the victims.
(c) The second voice heard in the room.
(d) The scene of the crime.

Short Answer Questions

1. What comment about an actor does Dupin make?

2. How did the animal respond to the man when he was caught?

3. Which of the following is the first sign of struggle at the crime scene?

4. What happened to the man who helped the person of interest obtain the animal?

5. What does Dupin say has the best chance of owning the animal he is looking for?

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