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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scenes 19 and 20.

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 verbally and physically abused.
(b) He is forced to answer embarrassing questions about his health.
(c) He is treated with kindness for the first time in his life.
(d) He is ignored completely.

2. How does Merrick describe his mother to Mrs. Kendal?
(a) As beautiful.
(b) As afraid.
(c) As intelligent.
(d) As angry.

3. What part of Merrick's body is Mrs.Kendal most interested in?
(a) His face.
(b) His brain.
(c) His genitals.
(d) His hands.

4. What did Lord John steal Merrick's money to do?
(a) Purchase new medical equiptment.
(b) Invest in the stocks.
(c) Travel around the world.
(d) Build a house.

5. Which word does Merrick repeat over and over on the train ride back to London?
(a) "Loved".
(b) "Robbed".
(c) "Sad".
(d) "Happy".

Short Answer Questions

1. Which book did Merrick study as a child?

2. What does Merrick hope to do with his life if he ever gains normal mobility?

3. What does Treves believe has happened to Merrick as he has become more physically deformed?

4. Which word does Mrs. Kendal use to describe her life on display?

5. Where does Ross take Merrick to work after leaving London?

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