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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Late Show.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Though Sedaris is in Paris, he spends most of his time
(a) Watching silent films.
(b) Watching documentaries.
(c) Watching foreign films.
(d) Watching American films.

2. Mr. Mancini makes Sedaris uncomfortable by constantly referring to
(a) Men and sex.
(b) Popular songs Sedaris does not know.
(c) Jazz musicians.
(d) Women and sex.

3. Lou Sedaris said his daughters would thank him for
(a) Harrassing them about their weight.
(b) Encouraging them about their looks.
(c) Introducing them to eligible men.
(d) Encouraging them to exercise.

4. Some of the themes Sedaris finds common in his fantasies are
(a) The ability to foresee the future, and the ability to correct others' mistakes.
(b) The ability to control others and be uncontrollable himself.
(c) Good looks and the ability to control others.
(d) Good looks and an interest in the good of all others.

5. One bi-product of new computer technology that Sedaris finds unfortunate is
(a) The family newsletter.
(b) YouTube.
(c) The family tree.
(d) The internet.

Short Answer Questions

1. Sedaris recalls that his mother explained

2. Tea keeps Sedaris awake because

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

4. Sedaris insists that Hugh take the IQ test with him

5. The title Sedaris tried to win for sun-bathing was

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