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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Less Moroccan and Less Indian.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What incorrect term does Arthur use to refer to himself during his introduction to his university students?
(a) Docent.
(b) Instructor.
(c) Colonel.
(d) Professor.

2. What is NOT on the list of expenses that Arthur Less cannot afford to pay for during his trip around the world?
(a) Nights out on the town.
(b) Clothing purchases.
(c) Medical emergency.
(d) Cab fare.

3. In what sport had Arthur's one moment of athletic prowess occurred when he was 12 years old?
(a) Baseball.
(b) Basketball.
(c) Soccer.
(d) Lacrosse.

4. The one step on Arthur's itinerary that qualifies as an act of self-indulgence is his sojourn across what country?
(a) Greece.
(b) Morocco.
(c) Mazatlan.
(d) Italy.

5. The narrator describes the ride home from the tour of Mexico City as "half as charming" (61) as the ride there, due to being what?
(a) Ten times slower.
(b) Ten times hotter.
(c) Twice as smelly.
(d) Filled with twice as many people.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what desert does Arthur Less plan to turn 50 years old?

2. With whom does Arthur spend the night after he has dinner with Hans and Hans's friends in Germany?

3. What natural event occurs that traps the group inside the Bedouin encampment?

4. The narrator describes the octopuses at the market as being "coiled into" (55) what objects?

5. On what holiday in 1987 did Arthur Less meet his one-time rival Carlos?

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