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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Vonnegut's sarcasm referring to when he mentions scales falling from his eyes?
(a) His sarcasm refer to the remark he makes about suppressing harmful words and images on his own.
(b) His sarcasm refers to a remark he makes about gun control.
(c) His sarcasm refers to a remark he makes about the Second Amendment.
(d) His sarcasm refers to a remark he makes about needing the government's aid in suppressing harmful words and images.

2. What is the name of Vonnegut's unfinished book depicting a doctor using talk therapy at Auschwitz to treat staff members' depression?
(a) SS Auschwitz.
(b) SS Psychiatrist.
(c) SS Therapist.
(d) SS Indianapolis.

3. Vonnegut uses examinations of history, literature, psychology and what else to move his story forward?
(a) fashion.
(b) dance.
(c) art.
(d) automobiles.

4. The Attorney General's Commission believes that sufferers of what disease get what they deserve?
(a) Heart disease.
(b) Cancer.
(c) Diabetes.
(d) AIDS.

5. What art form does Kurt Vonnegut Sr. take up after he retires?
(a) Painting .
(b) Pottery.
(c) Sculpture.
(d) Printmaking.

Short Answer Questions

1. Unlike many short-lived 20th-century art movements, what movement has more enthusiasts than ever?

2. He compares his adventures at Lake Maxincuckee to what explorer?

3. What tribal name do the Vonneguts give themselves?

4. Vonnegut believes that the goal in the U.S. is only to train intelligent, well-educated people to do what?

5. Why is Vonnegut drawn to the text?

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