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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Today's Special.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Ironically, Sedaris and his siblings mock the fisherman's tan skin because
(a) It looks hard and leathery.
(b) It looks fake.
(c) It does not take the same kind of effort to achieve.
(d) It has been ruined by saltwater.

2. In the end, Sedaris decides
(a) He can not do anything about the situation.
(b) He will try to figure out the culprit when he returns to dinner.
(c) He will tell the other guests the truth about his experience.
(d) He does not feel threatened by others' opinions of him.

3. Sedaris' first artistic success takes the form of
(a) Toe nail clippings.
(b) Two wooden crates filled with garbage.
(c) A nest of human hair.
(d) A frying pan full of toy soldiers.

4. The sign Sedaris would post on the Speech Therapist's door would read
(a) Future Sports Enthusiasts of America.
(b) Speech Therapy Lab.
(c) Janitor's Closet.
(d) Future Homosexuals of America.

5. What passion does Sedaris' father attempt to share with his children?
(a) His love of quartets.
(b) His love of North Carolina.
(c) His love of guitar.
(d) His love of jazz.

Short Answer Questions

1. Mr. Mancini makes Sedaris uncomfortable by constantly referring to

2. Sedaris compares his father's most recent dog, Sophie, to

3. Miss Sampson believes Sedaris lisps because

4. Sedaris recalls that his mother explained

5. One aspect of the food that disturbs Sedaris is

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