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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through A Day in the Life and Sous-Chef.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What singer gives an impromptu concert at the Rainbow Room when Bourdain works there?
(a) Frank Sinatra.
(b) Billy Joel.
(c) Barbara Streisand.
(d) Tony Bennett.

2. What sort of cuisine does Let's-Call-It-Gino's serve?
(a) Sicilian cuisine.
(b) Latin American cuisine.
(c) Home-style American cuisine.
(d) Northern Italian cuisine.

3. What color is the wedding cake that Bourdain and Dimitri make?
(a) Turquoise.
(b) Taupe.
(c) Saffron.
(d) Ivory.

4. What might an unprepared restaurant owner do to improve business?
(a) Offer discounts on certain meals.
(b) Have theme nights and happy hours.
(c) Distribute coupons and fliers.
(d) Expand the menu selection.

5. What does Bourdain fish for with the local fishing expert in France?
(a) Lobster.
(b) Oysters.
(c) Tuna.
(d) Eel.

Short Answer Questions

1. Whom has the instructor for the Escoffier Room been rumored to have worked with?

2. While Bourdain works at his summer job in the early 1970's, what does he vow?

3. What does Bourdain call Steven's friend?

4. What does Bourdain wish to share with the reader?

5. What is the name of the restaurant where Bourdain works during his summer away from college?

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