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The Ultimate Challenging Quiz On Crime

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1.

Who was known as "tiger woman", "wolf woman", "the blonde butcher", and "the velvet tigress"?
- A.
  
  Dorothea Puente
- B.
  
  Winnie Ruth Judd
- C.
  
  Agnes Anne Leroi
- D.
  
  Hedvig "Sammy" Samuelson
Correct Answer
B. Winnie Ruth Judd

Explanation
Winnie Ruth Judd was known by various nicknames such as "tiger woman", "wolf woman", "the blonde butcher", and "the velvet tigress".

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2.

Who was charged with strangling Bobbie Jo Stinnett and taking her unborn child from her womb?
- A.
  
  Belle Sorrenson Gunness
- B.
  
  Lisa Montgomery
- C.
  
  Mary Ann Cotton
- D.
  
  Winnie Ruth Judd
Correct Answer
B. Lisa Montgomery

Explanation
Lisa Montgomery was charged with strangling Bobbie Jo Stinnett and taking her unborn child from her womb.

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3.

On August 1, 1966 how many people did Charles Whitman kill when he opened fire from the clock tower at the University of Texas?
- A.
  
  16
- B.
  
  48
- C.
  
  46
- D.
  
  14
Correct Answer
D. 14

Explanation
On August 1, 1966, Charles Whitman killed 14 people when he opened fire from the clock tower at the University of Texas.

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4.

Who was the killer that was identified by his tattoo that read "Born to raise hell"?
- A.
  
  Richard Speck
- B.
  
  Jimmy Youngblood
- C.
  
  Richard Kuklinksi
- D.
  
  Kenneth Bianchi
Correct Answer
A. Richard Speck

Explanation
Richard Speck was the killer identified by his tattoo that read "Born to raise hell." Richard Speck gained notoriety for the brutal murder of eight student nurses in Chicago in 1966. During the investigation, a survivor of the attack described a tattoo on the killer's arm that read "Born to raise hell," which ultimately led to Speck's identification and capture.

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5.

Nannie Doss, AKA "Arsenic Annie", killed 11 family members by putting arsenic in what food?
- A.
  
  Pears
- B.
  
  Peaches
- C.
  
  Prunes
- D.
  
  Plums
Correct Answer
C. Prunes

Explanation
Nannie Doss, also known as "Arsenic Annie," killed 11 family members by putting arsenic in prunes. Prunes are a dried fruit that can easily be laced with poison, making it a convenient choice for Nannie Doss to carry out her deadly acts. The high level of arsenic in the prunes would have caused severe illness or even death upon consumption, allowing Doss to successfully carry out her sinister plans.

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6.

How much ransom was Frank Sinatra Jr. held for after being kidnapped from a Lake Tahoe, California hotel in December 1963?
- A.
  
  500000
- B.
  
  240000
- C.
  
  1000000
- D.
  
  750000
Correct Answer
B. 240000

Explanation
Frank Sinatra Jr. was held for a ransom of $240,000 after being kidnapped from a Lake Tahoe, California hotel in December 1963.

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7.

During which holiday did Kenny and Sante commit their final crime?
- A.
  
  Easter
- B.
  
  Thanksgiving
- C.
  
  Christmas
- D.
  
  Independence Day
Correct Answer
D. Independence Day

Explanation
Kenny and Sante committed their final crime on Independence Day. This suggests that they chose this holiday as it symbolizes freedom and independence, which aligns with their criminal behavior. Additionally, Independence Day is often associated with fireworks and celebrations, providing them with cover and distractions to carry out their crime unnoticed.

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8.

How was Sante related to Kenny?
- A.
  
  She Was His Wife
- B.
  
  She Was His Aunt
- C.
  
  She Was His Mother
- D.
  
  She Was His Sister
Correct Answer
C. She Was His Mother

Explanation
Sante was Kenny's mother because there is no other option that indicates a different relationship.

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9.

In what city was the body of a small boy found in a box in February 1957?
- A.
  
  Philadelphia
- B.
  
  Chicago
- C.
  
  New York City
- D.
  
  Boston
Correct Answer
A. pHiladelpHia

Explanation
In February 1957, the body of a small boy was found in a box in Philadelphia.

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10.

Who was Jeffrey Dahmer's first victim?
- A.
  
  Tony Hughes
- B.
  
  Steven Hicks
- C.
  
  Konerak Sinthasomphone
- D.
  
  Steven Toumi
Correct Answer
B. Steven Hicks

Explanation
Jeffrey Dahmer's first victim was Steven Hicks.

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11.

In Chicago who was the man that built the "murder castle"?
- A.
  
  Richard Kuklinksi
- B.
  
  Steven Hicks
- C.
  
  Albert Fish
- D.
  
  H. H. Holmes
Correct Answer
D. H. H. Holmes

Explanation
H. H. Holmes was the man who built the "murder castle" in Chicago. He was a notorious serial killer and con artist who constructed a hotel specifically designed to trap and kill his victims. The "murder castle" had secret passageways, hidden rooms, and torture chambers, allowing Holmes to carry out his gruesome crimes undetected. His crimes and the construction of the murder castle became the subject of widespread fascination and horror.

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12.

Which woman was one of Ted Bundy's groupies?
- A.
  
  Carol Ann Boone
- B.
  
  Kimberly Leach
- C.
  
  Anna Marie Hahn
- D.
  
  Patty Hearst
Correct Answer
A. Carol Ann Boone

Explanation
Carol Ann Boone was one of Ted Bundy's groupies.

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13.

Who operates a web site devoted to his crime in which he killed, dismembered and consumed parts of a female student in Paris?
- A.
  
  H. H. Holmes
- B.
  
  Issei Sagawa
- C.
  
  Steven Hicks
- D.
  
  Konerak Sinthasomphone
Correct Answer
B. Issei Sagawa

Explanation
Issei Sagawa operates a website devoted to his crime in which he killed, dismembered, and consumed parts of a female student in Paris.

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14.

Which mob boss had a brother that served as a bodyguard for Calvin Coolidge?
- A.
  
  Sam Giancana
- B.
  
  Mickey Cohen
- C.
  
  Roy Demeo
- D.
  
  Al Capone
Correct Answer
D. Al Capone

Explanation
Al Capone is the correct answer because he was a prominent mob boss during the Prohibition era in the United States. His brother, Ralph Capone, served as his bodyguard and was known for his loyalty and protection of Al Capone. Calvin Coolidge was the 30th President of the United States, serving from 1923 to 1929, which aligns with the time period when Al Capone was active in organized crime. Therefore, it is plausible that Al Capone's brother could have served as a bodyguard for Calvin Coolidge.

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15.

In the "Jack the Ripper" case, a piece of what body part arrived with a letter signed "From Hell"?
- A.
  
  Kidney
- B.
  
  Liver
- C.
  
  Spleen
- D.
  
  Heart
Correct Answer
A. Kidney

Explanation
In the "Jack the Ripper" case, a letter signed "From Hell" was received along with a piece of a kidney. This suggests that the correct answer is kidney. The letter and the kidney were believed to be sent by the infamous serial killer, Jack the Ripper, as a gruesome taunt to the authorities. This macabre detail adds to the mystery and horror surrounding the case.

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What Crime Expert Are You?

Who was known as "tiger woman", "wolf woman", "the blonde butcher", and "the velvet tigress"?

Who was charged with strangling Bobbie Jo Stinnett and taking her unborn child from her womb?

On August 1, 1966 how many people did Charles Whitman kill when he opened fire from the clock tower at the University of Texas?

Who was the killer that was identified by his tattoo that read "Born to raise hell"?

Nannie Doss, AKA "Arsenic Annie", killed 11 family members by putting arsenic in what food?

How much ransom was Frank Sinatra Jr. held for after being kidnapped from a Lake Tahoe, California hotel in December 1963?

During which holiday did Kenny and Sante commit their final crime?

How was Sante related to Kenny?

In what city was the body of a small boy found in a box in February 1957?

Who was Jeffrey Dahmer's first victim?

In Chicago who was the man that built the "murder castle"?

Which woman was one of Ted Bundy's groupies?

Who operates a web site devoted to his crime in which he killed, dismembered and consumed parts of a female student in Paris?

Which mob boss had a brother that served as a bodyguard for Calvin Coolidge?

In the "Jack the Ripper" case, a piece of what body part arrived with a letter signed "From Hell"?