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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. Sedaris believes his sister Lisa's greatest desire was to be _________.
(a) Typical.
(b) Annoying.
(c) Famous.
(d) Exotic.

2. What does Jim Timothy call the marriage of mini-series and holiday special?
(a) Disaster.
(b) Art.
(c) Brilliance.
(d) Genius.

3. What is the name of Jackelyn Dunbar's husband?
(a) Joey.
(b) Todd.
(c) Timothy.
(d) John.

4. How long was Clifford Dunbar married the first time?
(a) 8 months.
(b) 9 months.
(c) 6 months.
(d) 4 months.

5. Where does Kevin Dunbar go to college?
(a) Freeman College.
(b) Fresno State.
(c) Feeny State.
(d) Feesy College.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Khe Sahn's interpreter want to be paid to teach her English?

2. What was the name of the actor who played Scrooge?

3. Where does Sedaris picture Socrates helping after he loses his memory?

4. What is the date of the day that Jocelyn Dunbar leaves Khe Sahn in charge of the baby?

5. How many of Santa's visitors does Sedaris estimate are adults?

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