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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the hunger artist's happiest moment with the overnight watchers?
(a) When they applaud.
(b) When they offer him food.
(c) When they leave.
(d) When they are brought breakfast.

2. How are the results of the fast announced?
(a) By television.
(b) By megaphone.
(c) By radio.
(d) By microphone.

3. Who could produce first-hand evidence that the fast has really been rigorous and continuous?
(a) The watchers.
(b) The impresario.
(c) The musicians.
(d) The artist.

4. What sticks out prominently on the artist?
(a) His cheekbones.
(b) His jaw.
(c) His ribs.
(d) His knuckles.

5. Who selects the permanent watchers?
(a) The manager.
(b) The public.
(c) The artist.
(d) The mayor.

Short Answer Questions

1. The narrator writes that "during these last _____ an interest in professional fasting has diminished."

2. What lights the stage of the artist at night?

3. On fine days, where is the cage set?

4. What is a necessary accompaniment to the profession of fasting?

5. Those who are not content with the dim night lighting of the hall focused the artist in the full glare of what?

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