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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3, pages 167-187.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What plants does John Paul bring Amanda in the hospital?
(a) Bananas.
(b) Mushrooms.
(c) Daisies.
(d) Chives.

2. How does Plucky Purcell feel about the monks around him?
(a) Afraid.
(b) Disgusted.
(c) Respectful.
(d) Amused.

3. Why is Amanda worried about Plucky's infiltration of the monks?
(a) She is afraid that he will lead them to their home.
(b) She is afraid that he will make a mockery of their religion.
(c) She is afraid that he is in over his head.
(d) She is afraid that he will go mad.

4. Why are the men impressed with Plucky Purcell?
(a) Plucky was a college football hero.
(b) Plucky has a baboon as a companion.
(c) Plucky is a heavy drinker.
(d) Plucky is very rich.

5. Why do the Zillers rarely drink alcohol?
(a) They dislike the taste of it.
(b) They find it to be an imperfect drug.
(c) Amanda gets sick from it.
(d) John Paul believes it is sent from Hell.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what state are the Zillers traveling after they leave the circus?

2. Calming Amanda's fears about his temperament, what reason does John Paul cite for his detachment as they restore their new home after the disbanding of the circus?

3. What new character is referenced when the narrator switches time frames after discussing Amanda's time in the hospital?

4. At the end of this section, what new development is revealed when discussing the future fate of John Paul?

5. What do the Zillers do for the attempted baboon thief?

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