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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Passing 50 Without Breaking the Speed Limit.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. British writer Peter Mayle is living in the Provence region of ____________.
(a) France.
(b) Spain.
(c) Italy.
(d) Germany.

2. Mayle's favorite letter was the one addressed to whom?
(a) The "Best Writer in Provence."
(b) The "English Writer in Provence."
(c) The "Funny Writer in Provence."
(d) The "Strange Writer in Provence."

3. Mayle recalls the prolonged process he endured in order to receive what?
(a) The identification cards he was required to have as a foreign resident living in France.
(b) A pay check.
(c) Health insurance.
(d) A driver's license.

4. How is the card signed?
(a) Happy birthday from his party guests.
(b) You're the best from his party guests.
(c) With lots of love on your birthday from his party guests.
(d) Best wishes from his party guests.

5. Mayle's wife decides to have a picnic for Peter's __________ birthday.
(a) Thirtieth.
(b) Sixtieth.
(c) Fortieth.
(d) Fiftieth.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mayle regret about his book signing?

2. Fans seek autographs from Mayle's neighbor, ____________, who is mentioned in the book as well as Monsieur Menicucci, a colorful, local plumber.

3. The large shaggy animal is a stray and appears to be a French breed officially known as ______________.

4. How does Mayle's wife feel when Mayle suggests that they should search for the owner?

5. The card has his age in ____________ numerals.

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