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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7: The Burning Bush.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How is Augusten's father described?
(a) As excitable.
(b) As aloof.
(c) As comedic.
(d) As obese.

2. When Augusten first meets her, what is Joranne weeping about?
(a) A dirty plate.
(b) A dirty spoon.
(c) A dirty knife.
(d) A dirty fork.

3. What does Dr. Finch say that he hopes to remove from sexuality?
(a) Sex.
(b) Love.
(c) Shame.
(d) Promiscuity.

4. What career does Augusten aspire to at the age of 12?
(a) An athlete.
(b) An actor.
(c) A mechanic.
(d) A scientist.

5. What is Augusten watching his mother do in the opening of the novel?
(a) Exercise.
(b) Shop.
(c) Dress.
(d) Cook.

Short Answer Questions

1. Into what does Deirdre recite her poetry?

2. What does Dr. Finch's grandson do under the grand piano?

3. Who does Hope take to visit Augusten after Augusten admits to his homosexuality?

4. What part of the house do the Burroughs have to empty of garbage?

5. How long does Augusten confess that he has felt gay for?

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