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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. When the narrator switches story lines after discussing the logistics of Amanda's hospitalization, in what state is he and Amanda?
(a) Protective custody.
(b) Interrogation within a secret society.
(c) Jail.
(d) Exile.

2. What is Amanda's job in the Indo Tibetan Circus and Giant Panda Gypsy Blues Band?
(a) Clairvoyant.
(b) Animal trainer.
(c) Contortionist.
(d) Trapeze artist.

3. How did Plucky manage to end his college football career?
(a) He dealt marijuana to his teammates.
(b) He injured his knee.
(c) He refused to play dirty.
(d) He ran off with the coach's wife.

4. 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) Ba Ba.
(d) Madame Goody.

5. What possession that belongs to the magician is found in Miami at the beginning of this novel?
(a) Car.
(b) Hat.
(c) Cape.
(d) Suitcase.

Short Answer Questions

1. Aside from his renowned sculptures, for what else did Zimmer have a stellar reputation?

2. What did Plucky stumble over while walking in the woods?

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

4. What comprises John Paul Ziller's normal attire?

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

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