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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 59-117.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At what age did Anderson's mother take her to a pond for swimming lessons?
(a) 4.
(b) 7.
(c) 5.
(d) 9.

2. Anderson's alcoholic parents were fond of what type of alcohol?
(a) Vodka.
(b) Gin.
(c) Rum.
(d) Whiskey.

3. What was Anderson's most difficult class in her time abroad?
(a) French.
(b) Psychology.
(c) Danish literature.
(d) English literature.

4. The haiku Anderson includes in the book is dedicated to whom?
(a) Her father.
(b) Her cat.
(c) Her mother.
(d) Her favorite teacher.

5. Anderson recalls bonding with her friends in high school over what kind of treats?
(a) Banana splits.
(b) Pans of peanut brittle.
(c) Peanut butter chews.
(d) Rice Krispie treats.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the prelude, Anderson states that "this book reeks of" (3) her what?

2. How old was Anderson when she went overseas to study abroad?

3. Anderson states in the introduction to her poetry memoir that she wrote her book Speak how many years after she was raped?

4. How long did Anderson spend in a study abroad program?

5. In what country did Anderson spend time in a study abroad program?

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