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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 13-16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the narrator of "Music for Lovers" think it is pointless for his daughter to listen to dance music?
(a) She does not have feet, and therefore, cannot dance.
(b) She does not have legs, and therefore, cannot dance.
(c) He will not allow her out of the house to go to dances.
(d) He thinks she is destined for a career as a nightclub singer.

2. What is the "Oh My God, Corner" in "Santaland Diaries"?
(a) The spot in Macy's where most children vomit.
(b) The spot in Macy's where people notice the beautiful Christmas decorations.
(c) The spot in Macy's where people realize how long the line to see Santa is.
(d) The spot in Macy's where the narrator likes to stand while working as an elf.

3. Where is the camera located in Santa Land in "Santaland Diaries"?
(a) In the fireplace
(b) In Santa's hat
(c) In the elf's hat
(d) In the Magic Star

4. What is the reason for the narrator's appearance on the Oprah show in "Parade"?
(a) No one has ever loved him.
(b) He loves his sister too much.
(c) His parents failed to give him the love he deserved.
(d) He used to love others too much.

5. Which of the following words/phrases is NOT part of Khe Sahn's vocabulary according to Jocelyn in "Season's Greetings..."?
(a) Thank you
(b) Daddy
(c) Shiny
(d) Five dollar

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the narrator of "My Manuscript" aspire to become?

2. Why is the author uncomfortable washing the blinds in the bathroom with G.L. in "The Curly Kind"?

3. Why does Jocelyn repeatedly yell at Khe Sahn in "Season's Greetings..."?

4. Why does the narrator of "Parade" specifically choose Oprah's show to appear on?

5. How did Trish's boyfriend react when she accidentally ran over his dog in "The Last You'll Hear From Me"?

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