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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. After riding on the train, what other mode of transportation does Merrick take back to London?
(a) A taxi.
(b) A bicycle.
(c) An airplane.
(d) A boat.

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

3. What does Merrick read in the bible that makes him excited to die?
(a) That the meek will inherit the earth.
(b) That the poor shall become the rich.
(c) That God will make the crooked straight.
(d) That the blind will be made to see.

4. During his argument with Treves, what word does Merrick constantly ask the definition of?
(a) "Death".
(b) "Friendship".
(c) "Proper".
(d) "Love".

5. Which of the following adjectives does Mrs. Kendal use to describe the perspective from the Prince of Wales' private theater seats?
(a) Splendid.
(b) Unique.
(c) Brilliant.
(d) Unrivaled.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the nurse who Treves interviews to care for Merrick?

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

3. Why does Treves think Mrs. Kendal might be a good friend for Merrick?

4. Why does Merrick claim to have left London?

5. How does the caller treat The Elephant Man when calling him out of his tent?

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