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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. At the beginning of the book, what is Augusten's mother getting dressed to attend?
(a) A singer-songwriter concert.
(b) An art gallery opening.
(c) A socialite dinner.
(d) A poetry reading.

2. Why does Augusten feel the need to comfort himself?
(a) Because he is confused about his spirituality.
(b) Because he is doing poorly in school.
(c) Because he is being bullied by neighborhood children.
(d) Because his family life is stressful.

3. What type of professor is Norman Burroughs?
(a) Biology.
(b) French.
(c) Mathematics.
(d) Literature.

4. What is Augusten's mother's name?
(a) Deidre.
(b) Diamond.
(c) Donna.
(d) Dolores.

5. What part of Joanne's body is red and cracked?
(a) Her feet.
(b) Her knees.
(c) Her hands.
(d) Her lips.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Augusten watching his mother do in the opening of the novel?

2. Who takes Augusten to meet Joranne?

3. What type of accent does Augusten's mother have?

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

5. What is Augusten's reaction to seeing his mother being intimate with someone in the kitchen?

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