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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, pages 84-118.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What offer from Nearly Normal Jimmy did John Paul decline after the disbanding of the circus?
(a) He declines to take over managing to the circus.
(b) He declined to go record with the Giant Panda Gypsy Blues Band in New York.
(c) He declines an opportunity to travel to Tibet.
(d) He declines Nearly Normal Jimmy's offer to take care of Mon Cul.

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

3. Aside from his renowned sculptures, for what else did Zimmer have a stellar reputation?
(a) Singing.
(b) Inducing hallucinations.
(c) Drumming.
(d) Dancing.

4. What instrument does Ziller play as Amanda sings during their first meeting?
(a) Horn.
(b) Piano.
(c) Flute.
(d) Drums.

5. How do Amanda and Ziller immediately feel about each other at first sight?
(a) Familiarity.
(b) Confusion.
(c) Attraction.
(d) Repulsion.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of John Paul's former band?

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. When John Paul leaves a note for Amanda in the hospital, in what form does he express his sympathies?

4. What drug was once found on Plucky that helped lead to his dishonorable discharge from the military?

5. What occurrence in nature does Amanda believe holds great, mysterious power?

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