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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Who Cooks? and From our Kitchen to your Table.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do Bourdain's parents not allow him and his brother into a fine dining establishment?
(a) Because they will not like the food.
(b) Because of their brooding behavior.
(c) Because their clothes are dirty.
(d) Because it is too expensive.

2. What kind of restaurant is the place where Bourdain works in the early 1970's?
(a) A pub.
(b) An upscale restaurant serving French cuisine.
(c) A summer tourist establishment.
(d) A fast food restaurant.

3. Why do Bourdain and his colleagues hire people from Latin countries?
(a) Because of their strong work ethic.
(b) Because they are passionate about cooking.
(c) Because they accept lower pay.
(d) Because they are good cooks.

4. What is CIA designed to do?
(a) Teach students the culinary arts.
(b) Give ordinary people a little extra cooking skill.
(c) Educate learners to be caterers.
(d) Turn out hotel and corporate dining facility chefs.

5. What is Dimitri's job?
(a) Pastry chef.
(b) Pasta cook.
(c) Dishwasher.
(d) Line cook.

Short Answer Questions

1. What year does Bourdain leave Vassar College?

2. What type of soup does Bourdain eat that changes his life?

3. Who is the chef of the restaurant called Mario's?

4. When does Bourdain's love affair with food start?

5. What does the role of the line cook require?

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