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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4: Imagine My Shock.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Dr. Finch's secretary?
(a) Agnes Finch.
(b) Fern Stewart.
(c) Natalie Finch.
(d) Hope Finch.

2. What does Augusten play with while his mother is in therapy?
(a) An electroshock machine.
(b) A padded wall.
(c) Velcro restraints.
(d) A lobotomy machine.

3. Why does Augusten feel the need to comfort himself?
(a) Because he is confused about his spirituality.
(b) Because he is doing poorly in school.
(c) Because he is being bullied by neighborhood children.
(d) Because his family life is stressful.

4. At the beginning of the book, what is Augusten's mother getting dressed to attend?
(a) A poetry reading.
(b) A socialite dinner.
(c) A singer-songwriter concert.
(d) An art gallery opening.

5. With whom do Deirdre's fights typically become physical?
(a) Augusten.
(b) Dr. Finch.
(c) Norman.
(d) Natalie.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Augusten's mother's name?

2. With what does Augusten's mother fashion shoulder pads?

3. Why do the Burroughs begin to see Dr. Finch?

4. What keeps Augusten from wanting to attend classes?

5. Into what does Deirdre recite her poetry?

(see the answer key)

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