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How to get a job with a circus
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  • 1. What is the most important initial step in pursuing a circus career?
A) Sending unsolicited audition tapes.
B) Immediately buying juggling equipment.
C) Moving to a circus hotspot without a plan.
D) Researching different circus companies and roles.
  • 2. Which of these skills is LEAST likely to be required for a circus job?
A) Advanced Calculus
B) Physical Fitness
C) Clowning
D) Acrobatics
  • 3. What is a common way to gain relevant experience?
A) Writing a strongly worded letter to the mayor.
B) Joining a local circus school or training program.
C) Becoming a taxidermist.
D) Collecting rare stamps.
  • 4. Which of these is crucial for a circus performer's safety and longevity?
A) Consistent physical conditioning and injury prevention.
B) Avoiding stretching and warm-ups.
C) Ignoring pain and pushing through injuries.
D) Relying solely on natural talent.
  • 5. What is the best way to showcase your skills to potential employers?
A) Showing up unannounced at a performance.
B) Creating a professional quality demo reel or portfolio.
C) Sending a handwritten letter.
D) Posting blurry cell phone videos online.
  • 6. What role does networking play in the circus world?
A) It's essential for finding opportunities and building relationships.
B) It's irrelevant, as talent speaks for itself.
C) It's only for managers and directors.
D) It involves bribing circus officials.
  • 7. What should you include in your circus resume?
A) Your high school GPA.
B) A list of your favorite movies.
C) Your social security number.
D) Relevant skills, training, and performance experience.
  • 8. What is the purpose of an audition in the circus world?
A) To demonstrate your skills and suitability for a role.
B) To get free tickets to the show.
C) To critique the current performers.
D) To sabotage the competition.
  • 9. Which of the following is a common circus role?
A) Dental Hygienist
B) Rigger
C) Software Engineer
D) Actuary
  • 10. What should you do if you receive feedback after an audition?
A) Argue with the judges about their assessment.
B) Write a scathing review of the circus.
C) Ignore it completely.
D) Take it constructively and use it to improve.
  • 11. What is a 'callback' in the audition process?
A) A request for money.
B) A threat of legal action.
C) A second audition, indicating strong initial interest.
D) A rejection notice.
  • 12. What is the importance of flexibility in a circus career?
A) Physical flexibility is unimportant.
B) You must be able to bend over backwards to please everyone.
C) Circus schedules are always rigid and predictable.
D) Circus work often involves travel and adapting to new environments.
  • 13. Which of these is a common hazard in circus work?
A) Falls
B) Boredom
C) Sunburn
D) Papercuts
  • 14. What type of insurance is important for circus performers?
A) Health and accident insurance.
B) Car insurance
C) Travel insurance for travel to the moon
D) Pet insurance
  • 15. What is the role of a circus agent?
A) To write the circus's social media posts.
B) To clean up after the elephants.
C) To represent performers and negotiate contracts.
D) To sell popcorn at the show.
  • 16. What is a 'technical rider' in a circus contract?
A) A map of the circus grounds.
B) A list of the performer's favorite snacks.
C) A document specifying the technical requirements for a performance.
D) A description of the performer's costume.
  • 17. Why is teamwork important in a circus environment?
A) Teamwork only matters for animal handlers.
B) Circus performers are all solitary and independent.
C) Teamwork is just a management buzzword.
D) Many acts require collaboration and trust among performers.
  • 18. What is the role of a stage manager in the circus?
A) To coordinate the technical aspects of a performance.
B) To design the costumes.
C) To train the animals.
D) To write the music for the show.
  • 19. What does 'spotting' refer to in acrobatics?
A) Shining a spotlight on the performer.
B) Providing physical support to prevent falls.
C) Cleaning the stage.
D) Identifying potential audience members.
  • 20. What is the 'big top'?
A) The main tent where the circus performs.
B) A large hat worn by the ringmaster.
C) The name of the circus's accounting department.
D) A secret code used by circus performers.
  • 21. What is the 'backstage' area called?
A) The lot.
B) The attic
C) The dungeon
D) The void.
  • 22. What should you do if you witness a safety hazard?
A) Report it immediately to the appropriate authorities.
B) Ignore it and hope it goes away.
C) Take a picture and post it on social media.
D) Try to fix it yourself without proper training.
  • 23. Why is maintaining your equipment important?
A) Because it's fun.
B) To avoid annoying the stage manager.
C) To make it look shiny.
D) To ensure safety and prevent accidents.
  • 24. What is the importance of cultural sensitivity in the circus?
A) Circuses often travel internationally and interact with diverse audiences.
B) Ignoring other cultures is a circus tradition.
C) Circuses are culturally homogenous and don't require sensitivity.
D) Cultural sensitivity is only important for clowns.
  • 25. Which of the following is most important in a circus artist's contract?
A) How many ice cream scoops the artist gets per day.
B) Liability clauses.
C) A clause requiring the artist to wear silly hats at all times.
D) Which animals the artist likes most.
  • 26. What is a common element of many modern circus shows?
A) Exclusively showcasing animal acts.
B) Use of only pre-1900s technology.
C) Complete lack of any narrative structure.
D) Theatrical storytelling.
  • 27. What is the appropriate response to heckling from the audience?
A) Cry.
B) Ignore it or handle it with humor and professionalism.
C) Engage in a shouting match with the heckler.
D) Throw something at the heckler.
  • 28. What's the best way to deal with stage fright?
A) Drinking large amounts of alcohol.
B) Hiding backstage until the show is over.
C) Practice and mental preparation techniques.
D) Pretending the audience is made of vegetables.
  • 29. What should you do if you forget your routine during a performance?
A) Panic and run off stage.
B) Blame someone else for the mistake.
C) Start reciting the alphabet backwards.
D) Improvise gracefully and try to get back on track.
  • 30. If offered a job but you have concerns about safety protocols, you should:
A) Raise your concerns with management before accepting the position.
B) Silently sabotage the unsafe practices.
C) File a lawsuit immediately, even without evidence.
D) Ignore your concerns and hope for the best.
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