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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7: The Burning Bush.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do the Burroughs begin to see Dr. Finch?
(a) For Augusten's school struggles.
(b) For marital counseling.
(c) For Deirdre's psychotic episodes.
(d) For Norman's alcoholism.

2. What part of Joanne's body is red and cracked?
(a) Her feet.
(b) Her hands.
(c) Her knees.
(d) Her lips.

3. To whom does Augusten admit his homosexuality?
(a) Natalie.
(b) Agnes.
(c) Hope.
(d) Dr. Finch.

4. With what does Augusten's mother fashion shoulder pads?
(a) Paper towling.
(b) Folded Kleenex.
(c) Balled toilet paper.
(d) Maxi-pads.

5. What does Augusten collect as a form of comfort?
(a) Shiny objects.
(b) Stuffed animals.
(c) Stamps.
(d) Dead butterflies.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Augusten's reaction to the meeting with Neil Bookman?

2. What is Augusten's mother always immersed in?

3. Where does Deirdre dream of one day being published?

4. With whom do Deirdre's fights typically become physical?

5. What type of accent does Augusten's mother have?

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