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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 3: "Unbuttoned" through "To Serbia with Love".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Unbuttoned," what item of Sedaris's does he find in his father's room at Springmoor?
(a) His childhood guitar.
(b) A picture he painted in high school.
(c) His latest book of essays.
(d) A photo album.

2. In what state are Sedaris and his sister in "Active Shooter"?
(a) Virginia.
(b) North Carolina.
(c) Connecticut.
(d) Florida.

3. In "Highfalutin," where have Sedaris and Hugh moved just before the lunch with Amy takes place?
(a) North Carolina.
(b) Normandy.
(c) Sussex.
(d) New York.

4. In "To Serbia with Love," what does Sedaris learn "Belgrade" means?
(a) City of Joy.
(b) Small Castle.
(c) Spring of Water.
(d) White City.

5. In "Hurricane Season," what comment does Sedaris make about the names of hurricanes?
(a) They are too innocent-sounding.
(b) They are too old-fashioned.
(c) They should include names with diverse ethnic origins.
(d) They should include traditionally male names.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "A Speech to the Graduates," what reason does Sedaris offer for why the graduates should follow his advice?

2. In "Unbuttoned," what two items does Sedaris take from his father's house?

3. What do Sedaris and his sister agree the gun range would be an ideal location for?

4. In "To Serbia with Love," during what time of year do Sedaris and Patsy travel together?

5. In "Highfalutin," what is Sedaris insulted at being mistaken for?

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