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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through I Pledge Allegiance to the Bag.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the bathroom, the major problem Sedaris faces is
(a) His fears about other people's germs.
(b) A broken sink.
(c) An unflushed toilet.
(d) His proximity to the dinner party outside the window.

2. Richie had been in prison for
(a) Burning his sister to death.
(b) Killing his younger brother.
(c) Refusing to pay taxes.
(d) Burning his sister's boyfriend to death.

3. In the end, Sedaris' authority is undermined when
(a) He admits how much money he is paid to teach the class
(b) He admits that he has never been published.
(c) He allows a student to teach the class.
(d) He refuses to answer a student's question about his salary.

4. At first, Sedaris resists the Walkman because
(a) He believes they are too expensive.
(b) He believes it is a vulgar accessory.
(c) He believes it is dangerous.
(d) He believes it will make his hair look bad.

5. Sedaris finds that some stereotypes about Americans are:
(a) Americans do not smoke, drink, or use anti-depressants.
(b) Americans do not smoke, and are overweight and pushy.
(c) Americans smoke, drink excessively, and take Prozac.
(d) Americans are overweight and timid.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the start of the essay, Sedaris explains how he met

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

3. Sedaris enjoys Alisha's visits because

4. Why are the students in Sedaris' French class intimidated by the teacher?

5. Why did the class have to explain Easter to the Moroccan woman?

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