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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through A Shiner Like a Diamond.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After his gourmet meal, Sedaris elects to
(a) Grab a burger at a fast-food place.
(b) Eat a huge bucket of popcorn at the movies.
(c) Grab a hot dog on the way to the movies.
(d) Eat a plate of nachos at the movies.

2. By way of explanation, Amy Sedaris explains her "bruises" and "sores" by saying
(a) She fell down the stairs.
(b) Her father beat her up.
(c) Her public should love her no matter what she looks like.
(d) She is finally in love.

3. Sedaris enjoys Alisha's visits because
(a) She is willing to do whatever anyone else wants to do.
(b) She has her own opinions on New York.
(c) She never brings guests.
(d) She is independent and always goes out on her own.

4. Sedaris describes his guitar teacher as
(a) A midget.
(b) A dwarf.
(c) Short.
(d) An expert.

5. Two extreme facets of Paul's personality are
(a) Eating candy and refusing to work.
(b) Studying and reading.
(c) Drinking Mountain Dew and wearing make-up.
(d) Fighting and swearing.

Short Answer Questions

1. Facing his lack of artistic talent might mean

2. Sedaris suggests his brother is radically different from his other siblings because

3. Where music is concerned, Sedaris' father could be described as a

4. In the bathroom, the major problem Sedaris faces is

5. In the end, Sedaris decides

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