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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Merrick most worried about now that he knows Lord John has stolen his money?
(a) That Mrs. Kendal views him as a failure.
(b) That he will no longer be able to stay in the hospital.
(c) That Treves is disappointed in him.
(d) That his high society friends will no longer love him.

2. What does Treves' supervisor state that Treves needs to increase in order to keep everyone happy?
(a) The amount of surgeries he can perform.
(b) His own salary.
(c) His list of patients.
(d) The hospital's reputation.

3. What does Ross think is unfair about the fact that Merrick is living with Treves?
(a) Treves is using Merrick, and treating him like a dog.
(b) Treves is unaware of the hard work that comes with rearing Merrick.
(c) Merrick does not want to live with Treves, but return to life with Ross.
(d) Treves is receiving all the benefits of Merrick's health.

4. How long will Merrick be allowed to stay in the hospital with Treves?
(a) As long as he likes.
(b) For nearly a year.
(c) For one week only.
(d) For a few months, until funds run out.

5. When Merrick is telling Treves about his life in the workhouse, which word does he repeat over and over and over, in reference to the beatings he received?
(a) Bang.
(b) Ouch.
(c) Boom.
(d) Crash.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Merrick say to Treves about Mrs. Kendal's nudity after she leaves the hospital?

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

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

4. When Treves arrives at the police station to pick up Merrick, what does Merrick beg Treves to do?

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

(see the answer key)

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