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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Based Upon a True Story.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Sedaris's job at the cafeteria?
(a) Salad prep.
(b) Dish washer.
(c) Meat carver.
(d) Steam tables.

2. Where does the mother perform surgery on her own son, according to Jim Timothy?
(a) Barn.
(b) Yard.
(c) Car.
(d) Kitchen.

3. What is the denomination of the church where Jim Timothy is speaking?
(a) Mormon.
(b) Pentecostal.
(c) Methodist.
(d) Baptist.

4. Where is baby Don found dead in the house?
(a) The dryer.
(b) The washer.
(c) A closet.
(d) Under a bed.

5. What day does Khe Sahn arrive at the Dunbar home?
(a) Christmas Eve.
(b) Thanksgiving.
(c) Groundhog Day.
(d) Halloween.

Short Answer Questions

1. Jim Timothy describes the congregation as ___________.

2. What does Sedaris decide to wear for the Christmas season he works at the cafeteria?

3. What show does Khe Sahn watch to learn English?

4. What is Kevin Dunbar majoring in at college?

5. Jocelyn Dunbar's motto is "A family is not a ___________."

(see the answer key)

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