1. Name at least 3 books written by James Thurber and the dates they were published. __________________________________________________

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2. Where was he born and when? _________________________________
3. What kind of education did he have? ____________________________
4. What jobs did he have? _______________________________________
5. Find and list below 2 quotes from his works that you think show his sense of humor. _________________________________________________

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 6.  Find out how many of his stories were made into movies and TV shows.  List all the ones you find. _______________________________________

7. What famous children’s writer did Thurber work with in his early job?

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8. What awards did his work receive? ___________________________
9. When did he die and of what? ______________________________
10.    What authors were influenced by Thurber? __________________ ________________________________________________________