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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 4: "The Vacuum" through "Fresh-Caught Haddock".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Bruised," what concern does Sedaris raise with Hugh about Olivier's aggressive behavior?
(a) He is concerned that Olivier may be mentally ill.
(b) He is concerned that Oliver's parents have rejected him.
(c) He is concerned that Olivier may have been molested.
(d) He is concerned that someone has put Olivier up to acting this way.

2. In "Themes and Variations," what are the details of the airport McDonald's employee's appearance intended to convey?
(a) Sedaris admires how much she does with few resources.
(b) Sedaris pities her because he thinks she is unattractive.
(c) Sedaris feels guilty for misjudging the woman.
(d) Sedaris understands how fortunate he is to be healthy.

3. In "To Serbia with Love," what is one of the main things that Sedaris explicitly says Westerners have that people from Eastern Europe lack?
(a) Freedom.
(b) Hope.
(c) Wealth.
(d) Security.

4. In "Bruised," what word does Sedaris use to describe Hugh's farmhouse?
(a) Stable.
(b) Shack.
(c) Kennel.
(d) Hovel.

5. In "A Speech to the Graduates," what advice is Sedaris defending with his example of a grandmother who gives a grandchild a graduation gift?
(a) People should take better care of their elders.
(b) People should treasure their families.
(c) People should be grateful for small gestures.
(d) People should write thank-you letters.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "Fresh-Caught Haddock," what does Bermey say caused him to lose sympathy for the Black Lives Matter movement?

2. In "Highfalutin," whose poor behavior with service staff does Sedaris say inspired him to be extra warm and friendly?

3. In the beginning of "Unbuttoned," what has put Lou in the hospital?

4. In "Themes and Variations," what two topics does Sedaris note seem to overlap in many jokes?

5. Where did Sedaris once unexpectedly find a gun?

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