Perhaps the better question (at least for us) is how well do you want to know your MoDo? Alas, as arguably the preeminent female op-ed columnist in the country, there is only so much you can avoid (or throw against your kitchen wall).

Meanwhile, the folks over at 236.com have put together a little Dowdian quiz to test your skills. For example: Did Maureen once refer to Bill as a Peruvian, Vesuvian or lesbian? Is Hillary a Jane Jinx, Jane Junk, Mad Maureen?

See how well you know the Gray Lady's lady here, and then go and read some Gail Collins here.