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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scene 21.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After leaving Ross, how is Merrick treated by the fellow passengers on his train ride back to London?
(a) He is forced to answer embarrassing questions about his health.
(b) He is treated with kindness for the first time in his life.
(c) He is verbally and physically abused.
(d) He is ignored completely.

2. In Treves' dream where he is a "freak", what does Merrick say is his reasoning for wanting to visit with him?
(a) To save him.
(b) To befriend him.
(c) To examine him.
(d) To kill him.

3. What job has Treves come to fill at the hospital?
(a) Psychiatrist.
(b) Doctor.
(c) Lecturer.
(d) Surgeon.

4. When Treves' wakes up from his dream, during which time Merrick was analyzing him, what does Merrick do to busy himself?
(a) He composes a letter.
(b) He works on his model.
(c) He folds some laundry.
(d) He reads a book.

5. During the interview with Treves, how did the nurse present herself?
(a) As completely inexperienced.
(b) As competent and experienced.
(c) As shy and frightened.
(d) As warm and affectionate.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Ross have to draw a contract with in order to show Merrick on the streets?

2. What did Treves' patient, who had a near death experience, tell her "heaven" was like?

3. Which of the following Shakespearean plays is Mrs. Kendal performing in during the time she first meets Merrick?

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

5. Which of the following is NOT an adjective Treves uses to describe Merrick in the letter?

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