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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Couture Shock and The Crisis in French Cooking.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where are most of the fashion shows held in Couture Shock?
(a) Museums.
(b) Theatres.
(c) Restaurants.
(d) Hotels.

2. What is the name of the taxidermy shop on rue du Bac?
(a) Orlovska.
(b) Dreyolle.
(c) Oiseau.
(d) Minochette.

3. What was the profession of Gopnik's parents?
(a) They were chefs.
(b) They were artists.
(c) They were college professors.
(d) They were both writers.

4. Who does Gopnik trace the history of French cuisine to?
(a) Jean-Paul LaChevre.
(b) Auguste Excoffier.
(c) Helene Berchtold.
(d) Julia Child.

5. How many visits did Adam's new gym suggest he have per week for a "New York-style" commitment?
(a) Three times a week.
(b) Four times a week.
(c) Once per week.
(d) Twice a week.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does the taxidermy shop make most of its money in Winter Circus?

2. How did Adam first hear about the bomb going off in the Left Bank?

3. What was the first fashion show that Gopnik attended in France?

4. According to legend, what is supposed to take the place of sports for men in France?

5. What is the name of the gym Adam and Martha eventually join?

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