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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To what city has Treves relocated at the beginning of the play?
(a) Paris.
(b) Berlin.
(c) Dublin.
(d) London.

2. Where does Treves first meet the Elephant Man?
(a) In the hospital.
(b) At a freak show.
(c) Clowning in a circus.
(d) At a carnival.

3. How does Treves feel about his own social advancement?
(a) He does not think he deserves it.
(b) He does not understand it.
(c) He thinks he deserves it.
(d) He wishes it would move faster.

4. What does the interrupter state about the Elephant Man putting himself on display?
(a) That it is disgusting.
(b) That it is boring.
(c) That it is immoral.
(d) That it is terrifying.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. After exiting the train, who hands Merrick over to the police officers?

2. After the police beating, what does Ross tell Merrick that he "stinks of"?

3. Which of the following adjectives best describes Merrick's compliments to Mrs. Kendal?

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

5. How many characters enter the stage to discuss the similarities they feel with Merrick?

Short Essay Questions

1. During the one-on-one scene that each high society member has with the audience, what does the Princess of Wales think is the similarity between her husband and Treves?

2. Why does Treves think that Mrs. Kendall would be a nice addition to the team caring for Merrick?

3. Why does Treves find himself having an emotional meltdown at the BIshop's feet after discussing Merrick's impending death?

4. How does Merrick respond to Ross' unexpected visit?

5. After Merrick has returned to his room, what does Treves divulge to the audience about his emotions in sending Mrs. Kendal away?

6. How does Gomm react to the news that Lord John has stolen from Merrick?

7. What does Merrick despise about married men?

8. As Merrick is meeting with the Bishop, what discussion of Merrick's impending death do Gomm and Treves have?

9. What similarity does Treves believe he shares with Merrick?

10. What argument about faith do the BIshop and Gomm get into over Merrick's medical treatment?

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