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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," which of Sedaris's siblings says that Lou is their best friend?
(a) Lisa.
(b) Amy.
(c) Paul.
(d) Gretchen.

2. 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.

3. In "Unbuttoned," what does Sedaris notice on the floor of his father's house?
(a) A dead mouse.
(b) A cat skeleton.
(c) A pool of blood.
(d) Feces.

4. Where did Sedaris once unexpectedly find a gun?
(a) In a pantry.
(b) Under a bed.
(c) In a medicine cabinet.
(d) In a desk drawer.

5. What family event are the Sedarises anticipating when Lou first falls and has to be hospitalized?
(a) A family vacation to the seaside.
(b) Gretchen's retirement party.
(c) Lou's 95th birthday.
(d) Lisa and Bob's fortieth wedding anniversary.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "To Serbia with Love," what nationality is Milos?

2. In "Hurricane Season," what information does Gretchen habitually irritate Sedaris with?

3. In "Hurricane Season," what comment does Sedaris make about the names of hurricanes?

4. What does the Blue Mountain School District give its students to fight off an armed gunman?

5. What does Lisa think she knows more about than other people?

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