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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 2: "A Speech to the Graduates" through "Highfalutin".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Bruised," what word does Sedaris keep repeating as he tries to fend off Olivier's advances?
(a) Grown-up.
(b) Bruise.
(c) Unhappy.
(d) Grandmother.

2. Where does Sedaris see Olivier working when Oliver is about 20 years old?
(a) At the hypermarket.
(b) At the local college.
(c) In a clothing boutique.
(d) On a landscaping crew.

3. How does Sedaris feel when Harrison tells him that he has never heard of Sedaris's books?
(a) Amused.
(b) Indignant.
(c) Superior.
(d) Hurt.

4. What do Sedaris and his sister agree the gun range would be an ideal location for?
(a) Hosting a bachelor party.
(b) Practicing before a mass shooting.
(c) Shooting an NRA commercial.
(d) Committing suicide.

5. In "Father Time," what does Sedaris say he was primarily interested in when he was Austen's and Harrison's age?
(a) Reading.
(b) Sports.
(c) Puzzles.
(d) Nature.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "Father Time," what does Sedaris say is "unbearable" in children (26)?

2. In "Hurricane Season," where does Sedaris get the idea for the name he wants to call the rental house?

3. In "Hurricane Season," how does Sedaris characterize the difference between his own anger and Hugh's?

4. In "A Speech to the Graduates," what is Sedaris's purpose in mentioning the speaker at his own graduation?

5. In "Highfalutin," what does Sedaris ultimately decide his idea of perfect happiness is?

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