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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 4, pages 294-327, and Part 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Plucky's assignment in Vatican City?
(a) He is to teach the Swiss Guard martial arts.
(b) He is to research the beginnings of the Bible.
(c) He is to convert a few key archbishops to the Society of the Felicitator.
(d) He is to become a bodyguard to the Pope.

2. What comprises John Paul Ziller's normal attire?
(a) Cut off blue jeans.
(b) Loin cloth.
(c) Bone armor.
(d) Shaman's headdress.

3. According to the narrator, what keeps Plucky from having a traditionally handsome face?
(a) His eyes.
(b) His hair color.
(c) The scar on his cheek.
(d) His grin.

4. How does Amanda regard the nature of the universe in regards to Plucky's letters?
(a) Deadly.
(b) Cyclical.
(c) Linear.
(d) Forced.

5. What plants does John Paul bring Amanda in the hospital?
(a) Daisies.
(b) Chives.
(c) Bananas.
(d) Mushrooms.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why do the Zillers, Marx, and Plucky find the Second Coming problematic?

2. What is celebrated at the banquet on Ziller's first night with the circus?

3. Upon what subject does Marx regularly lectures guests at the zoo?

4. Who is the circus manager and ringmaster of the Indo Tibetan Circus and Giant Panda Gypsy Blues Band?

5. What is the name of Plucky's artist friend from Italy?

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