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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Sedaris impersonate singing "Away in the Manger" while working with Santa Santa in "Santaland Diaries"?
(a) Etta James
(b) Bob Hope
(c) Billie Holiday
(d) Santa Santa

2. Which of the following is NOT one of Annette's unique physical traits in "The Last You'll Hear From Me"?
(a) She is overweight.
(b) She has only 4 fingers on her left hand.
(c) She is balding.
(d) She has two gray teeth.

3. In "We Get Along", what does Evelyne encourage her son to do next time he sees Mrs. Spakey, his former teacher?
(a) Tell her his father is dead
(b) Ask her about his grade
(c) Insult her
(d) Ask her to call his mother

4. How does the narrator attempt to keep Mrs. Peacock out of his room in "My Manuscript"?
(a) He posts a sign on his door.
(b) He tells her not to enter his room.
(c) He places a trap in front of his door.
(d) He locks his door.

5. Why did Terry Glassman destroy his typewriter in "My Manuscript"?
(a) His father never responded to his letters.
(b) He realized he was a failed writer.
(c) He was jealous of Chad's writing ability.
(d) He wanted a set of golf clubs.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Vicki drop out of high school in "Jamboree"?

2. Why does Melinda begin crying in "Glen's Homophobia Newsletter"?

3. What does the narrator of "Music for Lovers" have "an impressive collection" of?

4. Which of the following is NOT a behavior exhibited by parents in the photo area in "Santaland Diaries"?

5. Who is the narrator in "After Malison"?

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