Childhood
What year was Edgar Allan Poe born?
1809
The first University Edgar Allan Poe attended.
University of Virginia
The name of the aunt Poe lived with.
Maria Clemm
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Which of these is not one of Poe's jobs: Journalist, editor, creative writer, flying instructor.
Flying instructor.
This is what the Doctor said Poe died from...
Phrenitis
What was Edgar Allan Poe's Mother's name?
Elizabeth Arnold Hopkins Poe
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The reason he got kicked out of the University of Virginia.
He began gambling, which made him fall into debt. He was unable to pay for his schooling and had to drop out.
The name of Edgar Allan Poe's wife.
Virginia Clemm
Edgar Allan Poe's favorite writing genre.
Horror
40 years old
How old was Poe when his mother died?
2 years old
Why did Edgar Allan Poe break off his engagement to Sarah?
Her parents disapproved of the relationship.
DOUBLE POINTS
Edgar Allan Poe's age when he married Virginia Clemm.
27
Poe is considered the father of what kind of story?
Detective Fiction
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What substance did Poe struggle with?
Alcohol
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What jobs did Edgar Allan Poe's parents have?
Both were actors.
The second school Poe attended.
United States Military Academy at West Point
The family relationship between Edgar Allan Poe and Virginia Clemm.
They were first cousins.
List two words that describe Poe's writing style.
Dark and Mysterious
How many days was Poe missing for?
About 5 days
Who are Poe's foster parents?
John and Frances Allan
Why was Edgar Allan Poe discharged from the military?
Neglecting his duties on purpose
Virginia Clem's cause of death.
Tuberculosis
Where was the city where Poe died?
Name at least 2 people in Edgar Allan Poe's life who died.
Elizabeth Poe, Virginia Clem, and Frances Allan