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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 2: "A Speech to the Graduates" through "Highfalutin".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Hurricane Season," what objection do Sedaris and his sister have to the name Hugh has chosen for the rental house?
(a) A nearby house has the same name.
(b) It is boring.
(c) They do not really understand it.
(d) It is offensive.

2. In "Hurricane Season," where does Sedaris get the idea for the name he wants to call the rental house?
(a) At the hardware store.
(b) From a movie.
(c) From one of his own essays.
(d) At the grocery store.

3. In "Highfalutin," what is Sedaris insulted at being mistaken for?
(a) A real estate agent.
(b) A sales clerk.
(c) A dentist.
(d) An architect.

4. What family event are the Sedarises anticipating when Lou first falls and has to be hospitalized?
(a) Lou's 95th birthday.
(b) Gretchen's retirement party.
(c) A family vacation to the seaside.
(d) Lisa and Bob's fortieth wedding anniversary.

5. What is Hugh and Sedaris's house on Emerald Isle called?
(a) Afterdune Delight.
(b) Sea Section.
(c) Tip Sea.
(d) XtaSea.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "A Speech to the Graduates," what reason does Sedaris offer for why the graduates should follow his advice?

2. In "A Speech to the Graduates," what item does Sedaris tells students to not bother buying unless they can afford one of two specific brands?

3. In "Bruised," what concern does Sedaris raise with Hugh about Olivier's aggressive behavior?

4. In "Highfalutin," what does Sedaris say is the "saddest development in New York" in the last few decades (82)?

5. In "Bruised," what aspect of his identity makes Sedaris afraid that people will not believe him if Olivier tells lies about his behavior?

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