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Nights at the Circus Test | Mid-Book Test - Medium

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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. How many years was Fevvers a mascot?
(a) Three years
(b) Five years
(c) Ten years
(d) Seven years

2. Who does the Strong Man come out to meet?
(a) Lizzie
(b) The professor
(c) Lamarck's wife
(d) Fevvers

3. What do the women do for Fevvers' when she turns seven?
(a) Turn her into their mascot
(b) Build her a nest
(c) Find her a playmate
(d) Find her a family

4. What does Fevvers pose as after she grows her wings?
(a) The Ugly Duckling
(b) Winged Victory
(c) Cupid
(d) Angel Gabriel

5. How many tickets does Fevvers give Walser?
(a) One
(b) Three
(c) Five
(d) Two

Short Answer Questions

1. Who promises Walser a good beating?

2. How many invitations has Fevvers agreed to?

3. Why are Walser's emotions in a state of turmoil?

4. Why are the tigers on edge in this chapter?

5. What do the audience bombard Fevvers with?

Short Essay Questions

1. What ploy does Kearney come up with in book 2, chapter 7 to promote his circus?

2. Describe the brothel where Fevvers first sets up home.

3. What problems does Lizzie face at home?

4. Describe Colonel Kearney and his pig Sybil.

5. How does darkness play an important part in book 1, chapter 4?

6. What do you think is the cause for Walser's confusion in book 2, chapter 6?

7. What imagery does Carter use to describe the ice cream shop?

8. In what way has greed been an important theme in this novel so far?

9. How does Schreck try to dupe Fevers out of her fair share?

10. Describe the chimp's act.

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