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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 did the policeman believe the first voice belonged to?
(a) A Frenchman.
(b) A child.
(c) An Italian man.
(d) A Spanish woman.

2. Where was all the furniture located at the Rue Morgue?
(a) Basement.
(b) 4th floor.
(c) 5th floor.
(d) 1st floor.

3. Who is the third person to testify at the court case for the murder?
(a) Dupin.
(b) A bookseller.
(c) An accountant.
(d) A restaurant owner.

4. Who does Dupin believe the ribbon belonged to?
(a) A woman.
(b) A sailor.
(c) A child.
(d) A policeman.

5. How did the policeman describe the second voice he heard inside the Rue Morgue?
(a) Italian.
(b) Gruff.
(c) Shrill.
(d) Quiet.

Short Answer Questions

1. What second item would provide a way for the murderer to enter and escape from the windows?

2. How did Dupin describe the hair that he found when he conducted his own investigation?

3. How does The Narrator generally feel toward Dupin?

4. Where does Dupin place an ad?

5. Which of the following statements is true about the older victim?

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