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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 41 - 86.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For what reasons did people believe Lorraine Suggs had the perfect life?
(a) Her children were never in trouble.
(b) Her children always kept the house perfectly clean and had their homework done every night.
(c) She was able to get out of the house once in awhile.
(d) She never had to deal with her neglectful husband.

2. According to "White Socks in a Pantyhose World," why would the research rat have died of a heart attack?
(a) It would have played dress-up with the children.
(b) It would have ridden in the car with a teenager who had earned his learner's permit.
(c) It would have needed cleaner air.
(d) It would have had to deal with the noise level of the average household.

3. According to Bombeck, what was not necessary for tennis?
(a) Speed.
(b) Knowledge of the sport.
(c) Coordination.
(d) Concentration.

4. According to her daughter's announcement, what was about to be made illegal because of a bill in Congress?
(a) Cannabis.
(b) Aerosol spray cans.
(c) Alcohol.
(d) Tin cans.

5. What was Bombeck unable to secure for her family in "Who Killed Apple Pie?"
(a) A babysitter.
(b) A lawyer.
(c) A playgroup.
(d) A doctor.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why was a doctor's appointment no longer an excusable absence at work?

2. Where did some women store their second tennis ball?

3. Who was "I. Dunno," according to Bombeck?

4. How did Bombeck feel about the magazine article in "Who Killed Apple Pie?"

5. In "If You Thought the Wedding Was Bad," what was the problem not discussed that destroyed marriages?

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