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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the overseer say once the artist has died?
(a) "He died in glory."
(b) "He will be remembered."
(c) "Farewell, my friend."
(d) "Well, clear this out now!"

2. "There were people who argued that this breakfast was an unfair attempt" to do what?
(a) Humiliate the watchers.
(b) Bribe the watchers.
(c) Poison the watchers.
(d) Prove his humility.

3. To what is a toast drunk after the artist is released?
(a) The women.
(b) The impresario.
(c) The artist.
(d) The public.

4. How does the artist feel about the roaring at feeding times?
(a) It hungers him.
(b) It overjoys him.
(c) It depresses him.
(d) It enrages him.

5. What is the artist's cage bedecked with at the end of his fast?
(a) Flowers.
(b) Torches.
(c) Gifts.
(d) Food.

Short Answer Questions

1. From what language is "A Hunger Artist" translated?

2. What is the hunger artist stationed next to at the circus?

3. When the hordes came pouring out to see the _____, they can hardly avoid passing the artist's cage.

4. Why does the impresario suggest the artist's behavior is to be excused?

5. What cannot hold out against the fact that the crowds are on their way only to the menagerie?

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