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Multiple Choice Questions

1. Sedaris is considered a celebrity by French teenagers because
(a) He is a published author.
(b) He is from New York City.
(c) He knows many celebrities.
(d) He owns a glamorous home.

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

3. Sedaris' attempt to recruit his guitar teacher for his jingle-singing act results in
(a) Understanding.
(b) Acceptance.
(c) Comaraderie.
(d) Rejection.

4. In the end, Sedaris decides
(a) To pretend to steal Martin's wallet just for fun.
(b) Not to admit he speaks English, as he enjoys the misunderstanding.
(c) Not to admit he speaks English because he is embarrased.
(d) To "steal" Hugh's wallet and create a scene on the train.

5. The irony of the fisherman's position is that
(a) They are not even trying to be tan.
(b) They can no longer afford to live by the beach.
(c) They can understand Lou Sedaris' scientific equations.
(d) They can no longer fish in the ocean.

Short Answer Questions

1. Sedaris' father asks him if he knows

2. Amy Sedaris is fond of

3. Sedaris decides to try a crossword puzzle when

4. Despite his experiences, Sedaris still finds the view of Manhattan and the fantasy of wealth

5. Sedaris is dismayed when he visits The Plaza because

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