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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 13-14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Jacob do that causes Marlena to leave him alone in an alley?
(a) Jacob makes fun of Marlena's torn stockings.
(b) Jacob kisses Marlena.
(c) Jacob tells Marlena she should divorce August.
(d) Jacob tells Marlena she should not drink.

2. What impression makes Uncle Al think Jacob is not serious about a job with the circus? Who does Uncle Al think Jacob is?
(a) A kid on the run from the police.
(b) A kid who has run away from his parents.
(c) A kid who has run away from a boring future.
(d) A kid with no where else to go.

3. What holds Jacob's attention in class in Chapter 2?
(a) A fellow student's magazine.
(b) A beautiful young woman.
(c) The teacher's assignment.
(d) The teacher's lecture.

4. How does Rosemary react to Jacob's anger over the blinds?
(a) She calls another nurse to deal with his attitude.
(b) She leaves and re-enters the room as though she has just arrived.
(c) She calls the doctor to increase his medication.
(d) She yells at Jacob for acting so rude.

5. What school does Jacob attend?
(a) Duke University.
(b) Cambridge University.
(c) Notre Dame University.
(d) Cornell University.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Jacob object to his seating at dinner in Chapter 5?

2. Why does Jacob agree to sit at his old table?

3. What has caused this illness?

4. What song does Jacob hear being played as the stampede begins?

5. What is Jacob doing just before the stampede begins?

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