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If you've ever written a love poem, seen a horror movie, or enjoyed a murder mystery novel then you have experienced a part of popular culture inspired by Edgar Allan Poe. In fact, he is still influencing popular culture 160 years after his death.

Use the links on the left to answer the following questions:

1. When and where was he born?
2. What were his parents’ nationalities and jobs?
3. Who adopted him? And why was he adopted?
4. Why did Mr. Allan stop paying for his university studies?
5. What famous military academy expelled Poe in 1831?
6. Who did he marry? How old was she? Was it a happy marriage?
7. When and why did he die?
8. What type of texts did he write?
9. What is the name of his first detective story? And his most famous poem?
10. Write one of his quotes. Choose one you understand and specially like.
11. List at least 2 influences of Poe on our popular culture.
12. How many correct answers did you get in the quiz?