Question

question 7
1 pts
which answer best describes why the narrator of \the black cat\ kept talking to the police while they were trying to leave and end their investigation?
he was overconfident and giddy about finally being rid of the cat.
he was overcome with guilt about killing his innocent wife.
he was hypnotized and unable to stop talking voluntarily.
he was very proud of the solid construction of his cellar walls.

Explanation:

In "The Black Cat", the narrator's guilt drives him to reveal the hidden body to the police as he talks, unable to contain his inner turmoil.

Answer:

He was overcome with guilt about killing his innocent wife.