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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 3-4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Over how many years does the author say her father restored their home?
(a) 18.
(b) 22.
(c) 15.
(d) 12.

2. Where did the author's mother study acting?
(a) New York City.
(b) New Brunswick.
(c) Ottawa.
(d) Miami.

3. What skillful craftsman and artist from Greek mythology does the author compare her father to in Chapter 1?
(a) Odysseus.
(b) Ares.
(c) Apollo.
(d) Daedalus.

4. What did Bruce Bechdel teach?
(a) English.
(b) Calculus.
(c) Drama.
(d) Biology.

5. Where was Bruce Bechdel when he died?
(a) His mother's house.
(b) The funeral home.
(c) Route 80.
(d) Route 150.

Short Answer Questions

1. In one of the illustrated panels in Chapter 1, the author says, "When I grow up, my house is going to be all metal, like" what?

2. What gift did the author's mother give to Joan immediately after Bruce's funeral?

3. What is the name of Alison Bechdel's mother?

4. What is the name of the author's brother who is a year younger than her?

5. What word from Chapter 1 refers to skillful use of one's hands when performing conjuring tricks?

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