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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, pages 24-47.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is significant about Amanda's pregnancy on the first night of her relationship with Ziller?
(a) Ziller ignores the pregnancy entirely.
(b) Ziller is initially concerned, but lets it pass.
(c) Ziller grows angry at her pregnancy.
(d) Ziller suggests that he is still the father.

2. For what baked good does Amanda become famous?
(a) Mushroom cookies.
(b) Marijuana bread.
(c) Marijuana brownies.
(d) Mushroom cakes.

3. What is revealed about John Paul's relationship status?
(a) He is still married.
(b) He is widowed.
(c) He has always been single.
(d) He is divorced.

4. Where was Plucky forced to outrun a knife-wielding man?
(a) Guadalajara.
(b) Mexico City.
(c) Cabo.
(d) Buenos Aires.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of Amanda's small child at the beginning of this novel?

2. How does Plucky feel about Amanda?

3. What instrument does Ziller play as Amanda sings during their first meeting?

4. For which college did Plucky play football?

5. What is John Paul's preferred method of transit?

(see the answer key)

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