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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through So You Want to be a Chef? A Commencement Address and Kitchen's Closed.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For whom does Bourdain have disdain?
(a) Vegetarians.
(b) Customers who dine and dash.
(c) Vegans.
(d) Restaurant critics.

2. Bourdain and Bigfoot formed a bond despite what?
(a) Competing against each other on numerous occasions.
(b) Fluctuations in employment for both of them.
(c) Living in different cities.
(d) An initial dislike for one another.

3. Which of the following is not a prerequisite for a chef's preparation?
(a) Never form bonds.
(b) Never make excuses.
(c) Never blame others.
(d) Never call in sick.

4. How does Bourdain feel about going to Tokyo for Les Halles?
(a) Apprehensive.
(b) Indifferent.
(c) Excited.
(d) Curious.

5. Why does Bourdain resign from Coco Pazzo Teatro?
(a) He is exhausted from the administrative and human resources issues.
(b) He is unimpressed with the cuisine.
(c) He is bored and unchallenged.
(d) He receives a better offer from a competing restaurant.

Short Answer Questions

1. What position does the chef of Le Madri give Bourdain?

2. Why does Bourdain venture out into the streets on his first morning in Tokyo?

3. What type of food does Bourdain consider a safe leftover?

4. What area of New York City is Tom H found?

5. What job does Bourdain get during the summer after his first year at CIA?

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