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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does The Princess of Wales call Merrick?
(a) The Elephant Man.
(b) That Elephant Thing.
(c) The Elephant Guy.
(d) That Elephant Bloke.

2. During his analysis, which of the following words does Merrick use to describe Treves' condition?
(a) Singular.
(b) Epidemic.
(c) Isolated.
(d) Profound.

3. What reason does Treves give the audience for not wanting Mrs. Kendal to return to the hospital?
(a) He does not want Mrs. Kendal to see Merrick die.
(b) He is in love with Mrs. Kendal and wants her for himself.
(c) Mrs. Kendal has admitted to being terrified of Merrick.
(d) He does not think Merrick could emotionally handel Mrs. Kendal's return.

4. What does Treves come running back into the room to say about Merrick?
(a) That Merrick was a hero.
(b) That Merrick was a monster.
(c) He never says anything.
(d) That Merrick was a man.

5. Which of the following Shakespearean plays is Mrs. Kendal performing in during the time she first meets Merrick?
(a) Romeo and Juliet.
(b) Hamlet.
(c) A Midsummer Night's Dream.
(d) Much Ado About Nothing.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Treves spread the word that he is searching for charitable donations to care for Merrick?

2. Who does Merrick attempt to speak with about his readings in the bible?

3. At which theatrical theater does the Prince of Wales own his own boxed seat?

4. How does Treves react to Mrs. Kendal's probing questions about Merrick's anatomy?

5. What are the final words of the play?

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