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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

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. The celebrity Sedaris' barber is fascinated by is
(a) Michael Jackson.
(b) Mel Gibson.
(c) Jodi Foster.
(d) Madonna.

3. What led Sedaris to take an IQ test?
(a) Self-pity.
(b) Fear.
(c) Laziness.
(d) Curiosity.

4. Sedaris does not usually socialize with the members of his French class because
(a) He feels too ashamed of his minimal French.
(b) He feels awkward about his celebrity.
(c) He feels too old and worn out.
(d) He feels too awkward about being an American.

5. When men are injured by the vachettes, Sedaris
(a) Cries out and grabs his neighbors.
(b) Cries out and has to leave the arena.
(c) Laughs aloud.
(d) Is overcome with joy.

Short Answer Questions

1. The crossword puzzles grow harder as

2. In the end, Sedaris decides

3. Sedaris takes it personally when his teacher says

4. When Sedaris watches American movies in Paris, he

5. Sedaris finds that most of the people in class share the belief that

Short Essay Questions

1. Ultimately, how does Sedaris claim to feel about Hugh's experiences?

2. Why does Sedaris allow the American couple to insult him without admitting he speaks English?

3. What helps Sedaris overcome his distaste for the Walkman?

4. Why is Sedaris devastated to learn that his former boyfriend works the Times crossword puzzle?

5. Describe the Easter celebration the Sedaris family held each year.

6. How has Sedaris' childhood been different from Hugh's?

7. How does Sedaris attempt to charm his teacher with his humor?

8. What does Sedaris finally conclude about his obsession with crossword puzzles?

9. What does Sedaris notice about Americans while living in France?

10. What does Sedaris do to help himself sleep at night when various beverages fail him?

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