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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, pages 48-83.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what month did the Indo-Tibetan circus disband?
(a) October.
(b) July.
(c) April.
(d) January.

2. What is Nearly Normal Jimmy's explanation for why thunderstorms can affect human beings so strongly?
(a) Thunderstorms provide a reminder that nature is stronger than human beings.
(b) The loud claps of thunder.
(c) Thunderstorms have negatively charged particles.
(d) The primal site of the rain falling.

3. What occurrence in nature does Amanda believe holds great, mysterious power?
(a) Earthquakes.
(b) Thunderstorms.
(c) Tornados.
(d) Hurricanes.

4. What is celebrated at the banquet on Ziller's first night with the circus?
(a) His new love with Amanda.
(b) Amanda's pregnancy.
(c) His celebrated drumming techniques.
(d) Mon Cul.

5. Who is the circus manager and ringmaster of the Indo Tibetan Circus and Giant Panda Gypsy Blues Band?
(a) Nearly Normal Jimmy.
(b) Smokestack Lightening.
(c) Madame Goody.
(d) Ba Ba.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is significant about Amanda's pregnancy on the first night of her relationship with Ziller?

2. How does Plucky feel about Amanda?

3. What sort of food was served at the now-abandoned restaurant the Zillers decide to buy?

4. What story does Plucky tell the rednecks to appease their anger at the circus folk?

5. When creating a sign that can be seen for miles, what shape does John Paul use in order to catch people's eyes?

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