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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) July.
(b) January.
(c) October.
(d) April.

2. What sort of food was served at the now-abandoned restaurant the Zillers decide to buy?
(a) Barbecue.
(b) Sushi.
(c) Pizza.
(d) Fish and chips.

3. According to the narrator, what keeps Plucky from having a traditionally handsome face?
(a) His grin.
(b) The scar on his cheek.
(c) His hair color.
(d) His eyes.

4. What is John Paul's preferred method of transit?
(a) Car.
(b) Bicycle.
(c) Motorcycle.
(d) Train.

5. After his discharge from the military, what vocation did Plucky explore?
(a) Pimp.
(b) Undercover police work.
(c) Drug dealer.
(d) Smuggler.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Nearly Normal Jimmy's explanation for why thunderstorms can affect human beings so strongly?

2. Why are the men impressed with Plucky Purcell?

3. What is celebrated at the banquet on Ziller's first night with the circus?

4. Who is the circus manager and ringmaster of the Indo Tibetan Circus and Giant Panda Gypsy Blues Band?

5. What concerns Amanda about John Paul's quiet anxiety as they restore their new home?

(see the answer key)

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