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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. How does Treves feel about his own social advancement?
(a) He thinks he deserves it.
(b) He wishes it would move faster.
(c) He does not think he deserves it.
(d) He does not understand it.

2. Which of the following philosophers said that the world "is an illusion and the work of an artist is simply an illusion of an illusion"?
(a) Sopphocles.
(b) Aristotle.
(c) Da Vinci.
(d) Pluto.

3. What does Treves tell Merrick is the one thing that will make him happy during his stay in the hospital?
(a) Prayer.
(b) Rules.
(c) Books.
(d) Television.

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

5. Which of the following members of royalty makes an appearance in Merrick's hospital room?
(a) The Queen Mother.
(b) The Prince of Wales.
(c) The King of Scotland.
(d) The Princess of Wales.

Short Answer Questions

1. How is the porter treated by Gomm after visiting Merrick's room?

2. In Treves' dream where he is a "freak", who does he dream is the doctor?

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

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

5. What does Treves say the public believes about Merrick's medical condition?

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