Many children dream of running away and joining the circus. The circus is a very magical place. Circuses date back to the middle ages. So many years of grand tradition and gala performances!
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Who came to be called the father of the Modern Circus?
Philip Astley Gunther Ringling P.T. Barnum
The first American circus took place in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. What year was it?
1710 1785 1800
Which of these is a quote from P.T. Barnum?
"There's a sucker born every minute." "As long as there are children, there will always be a circus."
What is a Funambulist?
Clown Rope Walker Trapeze Artist
Who was the first human cannonball?
Mademoiselle Zazel Monsieur Boom Boom Evil Kenevil
What nationality were the Ringling Brothers?
American French German
'Lot Lice' is a circus term. What does it mean?
Termites on the circus lot. Townspeople who hang around the circus lot. Fleas on the animals.
What is a roustabout?
An extra worker A clown A performer
There are three types of clowns. Which one wears a big red nose?
White face Auguste Character
What happens when there is trouble or some delay during a circus performance?
Intermission is called. The lights are dimmed. The clowns are sent in.
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