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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which meal does the attendant bring to Merrick directly after he finishes his model church?
(a) Tea.
(b) Dinner.
(c) Breakfast.
(d) Lunch.

2. What does Ross think is unfair about the fact that Merrick is living with Treves?
(a) Treves is receiving all the benefits of Merrick's health.
(b) Treves is unaware of the hard work that comes with rearing Merrick.
(c) Merrick does not want to live with Treves, but return to life with Ross.
(d) Treves is using Merrick, and treating him like a dog.

3. In the dream, who does Gomm call a "good man"?
(a) Merrick.
(b) Ross.
(c) The Bishop.
(d) Treves.

4. What reason does Treves give the audience for not wanting Mrs. Kendal to return to the hospital?
(a) He does not think Merrick could emotionally handel Mrs. Kendal's return.
(b) He is in love with Mrs. Kendal and wants her for himself.
(c) He does not want Mrs. Kendal to see Merrick die.
(d) Mrs. Kendal has admitted to being terrified of Merrick.

5. In the dream, who does Merrick claim will be the "perfect subject" for his study?
(a) The Bishop.
(b) Ross.
(c) Gomm.
(d) Treves.

6. When Treves brushes past Mrs. Kendal in the hospital, which of the following finishes his sentence, "This is a hospital, not a ___________"?
(a) Marketplace.
(b) Tea party.
(c) Opera hall.
(d) Theater.

7. During Ross' visit, what does Merrick compare himself to?
(a) A pig.
(b) A whore.
(c) A worm.
(d) A dog.

8. In the dream, what does Gomm call Treves in response to Merrick's payment offer?
(a) He calls Treves a one-man moral swamp.
(b) He cals Treves a black hole.
(c) He calls Treves a valuable investment.
(d) He calls Treves a man of honor.

9. During his argument with Treves, what word does Merrick constantly ask the definition of?
(a) "Proper".
(b) "Friendship".
(c) "Death".
(d) "Love".

10. How does the Bishop respond to Treves' meltdown as he begins weeping at the Bishop's feet?
(a) The Bishop ignores Treves completely.
(b) The Bishop is confused by Treves' outburst.
(c) The Bishop is disgusted by Treves' tears.
(d) The Bishop attempts to console him.

11. What warning does Gomm give to Treves after Lord John is removed from the hospital?
(a) That Lord John is a very dangerous man.
(b) To make better friends.
(c) That Merrick is losing his money, fast.
(d) Not to tell anyone about these dealings.

12. While Merrick is in his meeting with the Bishop, what are Gomm and Treves discussing in the next room?
(a) Merrick's death.
(b) Merrick's personal hygiene.
(c) Merrick's spirituality.
(d) Merrick's love life.

13. In the letter, what does Gomm thank the newspaper for?
(a) Taking interest in such a lowly case as Merrick's.
(b) Printing the letters that led to the financial donations.
(c) Giving a voice to all the disabled people in the world.
(d) Supporting the hosptial, and therefore, London.

14. What does Gomm call Lord John after witnessing him beg for money?
(a) A one-man money pit.
(b) A one-man moral swamp.
(c) A one-man cesspool.
(d) A one-man black hole.

15. When Ross visits Merrick in the hospital, what does he ask him for?
(a) Forgiveness.
(b) Directions.
(c) Advice.
(d) More money.

Short Answer Questions

1. What are the final words of the play?

2. What did Lord John steal Merrick's money to do?

3. What are the pinheads doing when they arrive to Merrick's bedside before he dies?

4. Where does Merrick rest his head while he is sleeping?

5. How does Treves feel about his profession making people well?

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