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1. 

Poe was taken in by a wealthy tobacco merchant. What was his name?

Correct Answer
C. John Allan

Explanation
Poe was taken in by a wealthy tobacco merchant named John Allan.

2. 

Poe later upon leaving preparatory school attended what university?

Correct Answer
D. The University of Virginia - Charlottesville

Explanation
The correct answer is The University of Virginia - Charlottesville.

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This is because the question asks about the university that Poe attended after leaving preparatory school, and the correct answer is The University of Virginia - Charlottesville.

3. 

Poe would later leave college because of what difficulty?

Correct Answer
D.

Both B and C

Explanation
Poe left college because his stepfather cut him off from funds and he also put himself into debt by gambling. Both of these difficulties contributed to his decision to leave colle