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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scenes 9 and 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following words does Mrs. Kendal use to describe Merrick's insights into life and love?
(a) Delusional.
(b) Misinformed.
(c) Brilliant.
(d) Extraordinary.

2. After the police beating, what does Ross tell Merrick that he "stinks of"?
(a) Failure.
(b) Fear.
(c) Blood.
(d) Urine.

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

4. Why does Merrick claim to have left London?
(a) To find a wife.
(b) To leave the "freak-show" business.
(c) To get an education.
(d) To make more money.

5. After Merrick is handed over to the police, what do they search his belongings for?
(a) Weapons.
(b) Illegal substances.
(c) Stolen money.
(d) His ID.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following best describes the Elephant Man's deformities?

2. How much money has Merrick saved since starting work with Ross?

3. What is the name of the man who is responsible for The Elephant Man?

4. What art form is Merrick working on when Mrs. Kennedy arrives at his home for the first time?

5. What does Treves' supervisor state that Treves needs to increase in order to keep everyone happy?

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