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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which event passes in front of Merrick's window as he is visiting with the nursing attendant?
(a) A wedding.
(b) A graduation.
(c) A baptism.
(d) A funeral.

2. What did Treves' patient, who had a near death experience, tell her "heaven" was like?
(a) Walking over fiery coals.
(b) Sitting amongst the angels.
(c) Walking through fog.
(d) Being trapped underwater.

3. How does Treves feel about his profession making people well?
(a) He feels afraid.
(b) He feels entitled.
(c) He feels frustrated.
(d) He feels proud.

4. Which of the following characters is NOT involved in the conversation about Merrick's missing money?
(a) Merrick.
(b) Gomm.
(c) Lord John.
(d) Treves.

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

6. How does Treves react when he sees Mrs. Kendal nude in Merrick's room?
(a) He is outraged.
(b) He is apologetic.
(c) He is confused.
(d) He is amused.

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

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

9. In Treves' dream where he is a "freak", who does he dream is the manager of his show?
(a) Ross.
(b) Mrs. Kendal.
(c) Gomm.
(d) His mother.

10. How many naked women has Merrick seen in his life?
(a) Two.
(b) Three.
(c) One.
(d) None.

11. What are the final words of the play?
(a) Go now, and be happy.
(b) It is done.
(c) Behold, the heavens await you.
(d) In his name.

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

13. During his analysis, which of the following words does Merrick use to describe Treves' condition?
(a) Profound.
(b) Epidemic.
(c) Isolated.
(d) Singular.

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

15. How much does Merrick say he is willing to pay in order to have a visit with Treves during the dream?
(a) He will pay one hundred guineas.
(b) He will pay forty guineas.
(c) He will pay any sum demanded.
(d) He will pay nothing.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the pinheads encourage Merrick to do, resulting in his death?

2. What does Treves come running back into the room to say about Merrick?

3. Which of the following characters is knighted in the course of the play?

4. What advice does the Bishop give to Merrick in his hopes of finding a woman?

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

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