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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 16-17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who becomes drunk at the party in Chapter 10?
(a) Jacob.
(b) August.
(c) Uncle Al.
(d) Kinko.

2. Why does Jacob object to his seating at dinner in Chapter 5?
(a) Jacob does not want to sit with the new resident who lies about the elephants.
(b) Jacob does not want to sit alone.
(c) Jacob does not want to sit with new people.
(d) Jacob does not want to be isolated from the women.

3. What does Jacob do while in this tent?
(a) Falls asleep in the middle of a meeting.
(b) Argues with circus policy.
(c) Drinks all the jake.
(d) Throws up on Barbara's friend and passes out.

4. Why did Marlena marry August?
(a) For love.
(b) To escape the mundane life her parents had planned for her.
(c) To escape an abusive boyfriend.
(d) To join the circus.

5. Who is having a party in Chapter 10?
(a) Marlena.
(b) Uncle Al.
(c) Jacob.
(d) Kinko.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is elderly Jacob frightened?

2. What does the doctor prescribe for Jacob after his outburst at dinner?

3. What has Uncle Al failed to buy for his new workers?

4. What holds the attention of many of the assisted-living center's residents in Chapter 5?

5. Who performs with Rosie?

(see the answer key)

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