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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Augusten in Chapter 2, how long do his hangovers generally last?
(a) Until lunch.
(b) Until mid afternoon.
(c) Until the end of work.
(d) He does not get hangovers.

2. What gifts is Augusten given at his first Affirmations in Chapter 3?
(a) Brownies.
(b) Fashion magazines.
(c) His 24 hour chip.
(d) Stuffed animals.

3. Why does Augusten wake up late the morning of the global brand meeting?
(a) He does not own an alarm clock.
(b) He goes to sleep in another apartment.
(c) He forgets to set his alarm.
(d) He sleeps through his alarm.

4. When Hayden is staying at Augusten's apartment in Chapter 6, Augusten worries he will look at what?
(a) His address book.
(b) His music collection.
(c) His toiletries.
(d) His clothing.

5. Where is Pighead calling from at the end of Chapter 6?
(a) A Starbucks.
(b) Rehab.
(c) The hospital.
(d) His apartment.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 2, why does Greer order Augusten to order an alcoholic drink at lunch?

2. Which of the following characters is not in group with Augusten in Chapter 3?

3. In Chapter 1, what does Augusten say he always does late?

4. How does Hayden first get in touch with Augusten about getting together in Chapter 6?

5. What did Rae do after she left her doctor husband?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Augusten begin to realize that he drinks more than other people in Chapter 3?

2. Describe Hayden's first day at Proud Institute.

3. How does Augusten attempt to mask his drinking at the beginning of Chapter 2?

4. What happens at the global brand meeting in Chapter 2?

5. Why does Augusten break down crying in Chapter 4?

6. Who is Jim and how does he know Augusten?

7. How are Pighead and Augusten unable to connect romantically?

8. Why does Augusten like the Cedar Tavern?

9. What are the rules governing group?

10. What is unusual about Augusten Burroughs' childhood?

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