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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scene 21.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Merrick say that he cannot forgive Ross?
(a) Because he robbed him.
(b) Because he humiliated him.
(c) Because he was too kind to him.
(d) Because he beat him.

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) Da Vinci.
(c) Aristotle.
(d) Pluto.

3. In the dream, who does Gomm call a "good man"?
(a) Merrick.
(b) Ross.
(c) Treves.
(d) The Bishop.

4. In the letter, what does Gomm thank the newspaper for?
(a) Supporting the hosptial, and therefore, London.
(b) Giving a voice to all the disabled people in the world.
(c) Taking interest in such a lowly case as Merrick's.
(d) Printing the letters that led to the financial donations.

5. What does Gomm claim Merrick has brought to the hospital along with esteem?
(a) Popularity.
(b) Fear.
(c) Money.
(d) Incurable diseases.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Merrick doing with the Bishop while Treves and Gomm are having a private discussion?

2. During his analysis, which of the following words does Merrick use to describe Treves' condition?

3. Where does Merrick rest his head while he is sleeping?

4. How is the nursing attendant related to the event happening outside of Merrick's window?

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

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