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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, The End of the Funniest Man in America.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Ochs go to a mental hospital?
(a) He has severe anxiety.
(b) To interview Ben Toy.
(c) To visit his sister.
(d) He committed a crime.

2. Where does Ochs Jones work?
(a) The police station.
(b) Harvard.
(c) A local newspaper.
(d) The White House.

3. What was Berryman's job involving the three brothers?
(a) To kill all three brothers.
(b) To kill one of the brothers.
(c) To kill two of the brothers.
(d) To ensure the safety of all three brothers.

4. What is Johnboy's standing with the public?
(a) He is still wanted in office.
(b) He is strongly liked.
(c) He has no public support.
(d) He is strongly disliked.

5. Who hired Thomas Berryman to kill Horn?
(a) An ex-con.
(b) A police officer.
(c) A southern man.
(d) A northern man.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is the Southern man left after he is murdered?

2. Where is Ochs when he receives an exciting phone call after meeting with Ben a second time?

3. Due to Ben's mental health issues, what does Ochs begin to feel for him?

4. What happens to Jimmie Lee Horn at the beginning of the story?

5. What state does Ochs Jones work in?

(see the answer key)

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