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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Picka Pocketoni.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The title Sedaris tried to win for sun-bathing was
(a) Miss Sunscreen.
(b) Miss Sunburn.
(c) Miss Emollient.
(d) Miss Skin Cancer.

2. Which of the following is not an unusual word Sedaris learned in French?
(a) Bottleneck.
(b) Exorcism.
(c) Lobotomy.
(d) Slaughterhouse.

3. Despite his experiences, Sedaris still finds the view of Manhattan and the fantasy of wealth
(a) Contemptible.
(b) Confining.
(c) Illusory.
(d) Inspiring.

4. Using the reference books, Sedaris discovers a whole new world of
(a) Opera.
(b) Diseases.
(c) Sports.
(d) Phobias.

5. Sedaris' mother might be described as
(a) A theorist.
(b) Pragmatic.
(c) Visionary.
(d) An inventor.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the most difficult part of learning French for Sedaris?

2. Why does Sedaris feel ashamed about his inability to speak proper French?

3. Why does Hugh get frustrated with Sedaris' multiple purchases?

4. In the end, Sedaris decides

5. Sedaris takes it personally when his teacher says

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