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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How old is Bourdain when he lands a job at Tom H?
(a) Twenty-seven years old.
(b) Twenty-four years old.
(c) Twenty-five years old.
(d) Twenty-two years old.

2. When does Bourdain go to Tokyo for Les Halles?
(a) 1992.
(b) 1999.
(c) 2001.
(d) 1995.

3. What facet of being a chef does Bourdain despise most?
(a) The long hours.
(b) The human resources tasks.
(c) The injuries.
(d) Standing for such a long time.

4. What does the art form of cook-talk have that is known to all who work in kitchens?
(a) A formal set of rules.
(b) An illogical set of rules.
(c) A rigid set of rules.
(d) A relaxed set of rules.

5. Whom does Bourdain hire as his sous chef at Coco Pazzo Teatro?
(a) Luis.
(b) Steven.
(c) Mario.
(d) Dimitri.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of Bourdain's boss in Tokyo?

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

3. What does floor or scum refer to?

4. Where is the restaurant Brasserie Les Halles?

5. Why does Bourdain keep hiring Steve?

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