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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scenes 17 and 18.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How do the pinheads describe the world that has been revealed to them since leaving the freak show?
(a) As terrifying.
(b) As full of sorrow.
(c) As glorious.
(d) As indecent.

2. When Merrick is telling Treves about his life in the workhouse, which word does he repeat over and over and over, in reference to the beatings he received?
(a) Boom.
(b) Bang.
(c) Ouch.
(d) Crash.

3. Which of the following members of royalty makes an appearance in Merrick's hospital room?
(a) The King of Scotland.
(b) The Prince of Wales.
(c) The Princess of Wales.
(d) The Queen Mother.

4. During his analysis of Treves, what does Merrick decide Treves is completely unable to feel?
(a) Sorrow.
(b) Fear.
(c) Failure.
(d) Empathy.

5. What does Treves tell Merrick is the one thing that will make him happy during his stay in the hospital?
(a) Rules.
(b) Books.
(c) Television.
(d) Prayer.

Short Answer Questions

1. During his analysis of Treves, what does Merrick decide Treves is completely unable to reach in his relationships with other people?

2. Why does everyone find Merrick's artwork so amazing?

3. What is the name of the Prince of Wales' seat at the theater?

4. What does Merrick insinuate is collecting on his neck, making it unbearable for him to sleep normally?

5. What is Merrick doing during the time that Treves is interviewing the nurse?

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