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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Make That a Double.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Before leaving for The Plaza, Sedaris warns Bonnie that
(a) She will probably be overcharged by her cab driver.
(b) She will get mugged if she dresses too formally.
(c) She might want to put on more formal clothing.
(d) She might want to go someplace less formal.

2. Sedaris compares the typewriter's antiquity to
(a) Eight-track tapes and VCRs.
(b) Eight-track tapes and the quill.
(c) The printing press.
(d) Cassette players.

3. Though the teacher ridicules him in the end, Sedaris is proud because
(a) He understands every word she is saying.
(b) He agrees with her.
(c) He thinks she is complimenting him.
(d) He has finally learned to defend himself in French.

4. The title The Youth In Asia applies to
(a) Euthanizing pets and the Japanese cartoon Fatty and Skinny.
(b) Sedaris' experiences living with a pet in Japan.
(c) Sedaris' dogs, Fatty and Skinny.
(d) Euthanizing pets and adopting new ones.

5. How does Sedaris prepare to teach his workshop?
(a) He organizes several get-to-know-you activities.
(b) He practices introducing himself in front of the mirror while holding a briefcase.
(c) He reads articles by famous writers.
(d) He writes elaborate lesson plans.

Short Answer Questions

1. What finally convinces Sedaris that the computer might be interesting or enjoyable?

2. The name "Rooster" came from

3. When Mancini insists he name his guitar, Sedaris names his "Joan," after

4. Before Paul's personality fully emerged, his parents tried to interest him in

5. Even without the language barrier, Sedaris doubts people can communicate clearly about

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