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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapters 1-10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How are the children feeling when the novel begins?
(a) Cheerful.
(b) Hungry.
(c) Excited.
(d) Tired.

2. When Edmund first mentions Rachett's name, where does Dupin remember hearing the name?
(a) The inquest.
(b) The docks.
(c) The tavern.
(d) The clothing store.

3. What does Edmund read in Dupin's notebook at the tavern?
(a) A message to Mrs. Whitman.
(b) A message to Edmund.
(c) Dupin's true identity.
(d) A story based on Edmund's situation.

4. When Edward goes to the saloon to buy supplies for himself and Dupin, according to the posted sign, who is offering a reward for the location of Mrs. G. Rachett?
(a) The police.
(b) Mr. Poley.
(c) Mr. Rachett.
(d) Mr. Arnold.

5. What does Dupin learn is the cause of Edmund's aunt's death?
(a) An accident.
(b) A suicide.
(c) Undetermined.
(d) A murder.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Dupin and Throck's first meeting, what does Throck tell Dupin he has been hired to do?

2. Who is Fortnoy?

3. Why are the children alone at the beginning of the story?

4. What does Dupin want Edmund to find out at the docks?

5. What is on the scrap of paper Edmund finds in Mrs. Whitman's house?

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