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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 1 - 40.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Bombeck, what was the only reason a man would snore?
(a) To compete with the neighbors.
(b) To annoy his wife.
(c) To scare off the burglars.
(d) To stay awake.

2. Who was "I. Dunno," according to Bombeck?
(a) The dog.
(b) A spoiled kid.
(c) The daily weather.
(d) Their homework assignments.

3. In "Mother Mystique," what did Bombeck believe was the only way for a mother to survive?
(a) Knowing what their children were always doing.
(b) Taking control of the car radio.
(c) Assigning chores.
(d) Sending the children to school.

4. When her family mourned Bombeck's imaginary death in "Is There Life After Mine?" what did they regret the most?
(a) Their inability to change the toilet paper roll.
(b) They never learned how to mow the grass.
(c) They never cleaned out the attic.
(d) They never appreciated her cooking.

5. According to Bombeck's mother, why did she name her daughter "Erma"?
(a) She wanted her daughter to have a classic name.
(b) She claimed it was easy to remember.
(c) She wanted her daughter to stand out in a crowd.
(d) She wanted to name her daughter after her grandmother.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "White Socks in a Pantyhose World," what did Bombeck admit to being?

2. How many children does Bombeck have at the time of "At What Age Is a Child Capable of Dressing Himself?"

3. Who is Bombeck's focus in "At What Age Is a Child Capable of Dressing Himself"?

4. What famous actress did Bombeck claim to worry about going bald?

5. Who was "I. Dontcare?"

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