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Where was Sherman Alexie born?
Sherman Alexie was born on October 7, 1966, at Sacred Heart Hospital in Spokane, Washington.
What was wrong with Sherman Alexie's parents?
Sherman Alexie's parents were alcoholics, though his mother achieved sobriety. His father often left the house on drinking binges for days at a time.
What did Sherman Alexie suffer from?
Sherman Alexie was born with hydrocephalus, a condition that occurs when there is an abnormally large amount of cerebral fluid in the nasal cavity.

Question: What was Alexie called in school?
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