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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Parts V and VI (Chapters 63 - 88).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following eating disorders does Gay watch a Nightline program about?
(a) Compulsive overeating.
(b) Anorexia.
(c) Bulimia.
(d) Wasting syndrome.

2. After learning of her rape, what did Gay's father tell her she deserved?
(a) Shame.
(b) Justice.
(c) Counseling.
(d) Happiness.

3. According to Gay, statistics say that what percentage of Americans are obese?
(a) 15.9%.
(b) 60.7%.
(c) 80.3%.
(d) 34.9%.

4. What is one specific diet Gay mentions that her father gifts her to try?
(a) Richard Simmons's Deal-a-Meal.
(b) Jenny Craig.
(c) The Atkins Diet.
(d) Weight Watchers.

5. Which of these author does Gay say she liked as a child?
(a) Judy Blume.
(b) Jane Austen.
(c) J.M. Barrie.
(d) Lewis Carroll.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which speaking event did Gay suffer a humiliation at?

2. How does Gay say she presented in relationships with women?

3. Who is the host of Gay's favorite cooking show?

4. What reality TV show dealing with weight loss does Gay discuss at length?

5. What is the name of one of Gay's fictional protagonists?

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