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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scenes 17 and 18.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the dream, what does Gomm say about "good men"?
(a) That they shouldn't be exploited.
(b) That he has met only one "good man" during the course of his life.
(c) That they should be exploited for their niavite.
(d) That they are exploited just as easily as nasty men.

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

3. What is Merrick doing during the time that Treves is interviewing the nurse?
(a) Sewing his clothes.
(b) Sleeping.
(c) Taking a bath.
(d) Practicing the piano.

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

5. How do the pinheads describe the world that has been revealed to them since leaving the freak show?
(a) As terrifying.
(b) As indecent.
(c) As glorious.
(d) As full of sorrow.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the dream, who does Gomm call a "good man"?

2. While Treves and Merrick are talking, why does the porter enter Merrick's room?

3. Which meal is Merrick being served the first time the nurse comes to meet him?

4. Which character does Gomm jokingly refer to as Jesus?

5. How does Treves feel about his own social advancement?

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