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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Jacob help the barker?
(a) It gets him a better job.
(b) It ingratiates him with the workers.
(c) Its the right thing to do.
(d) It ingratiates him with the circus owner.

2. What surprise does Marlena arrange for August?
(a) Dinner with her, Jacob, and Rosie.
(b) A new costume.
(c) A new horse.
(d) A gift of a new gold ring.

3. Who is Jacob, the character introduced in the prologue?
(a) A circus performer.
(b) A cook.
(c) A doctor.
(d) A circus workman.

4. What makes Jacob ill in Chapter 7?
(a) The meat has spoiled.
(b) The sweet grain smells too sweet.
(c) The smell of alcohol is overwhealming after a night of drinking.
(d) The heat irritates his hangover.

5. Where does the nurse try to seat Jacob at dinner?
(a) His regular table.
(b) A new table.
(c) In the game room with other male residents.
(d) In his room, alone.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the doctor prescribe for Jacob after his outburst at dinner?

2. What does Jacob think about as he watches?

3. What has Uncle Al failed to buy for his new workers?

4. Where does Jacob go when he hears the music change?

5. Why is Jacob happy that he can remember the nurse's name is Rosemary?

(see the answer key)

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