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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Lemons on the Grass, Alas.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. From what city does the summer camp bus depart?
(a) Chicago.
(b) Toledo.
(c) Milwaukee.
(d) Detroit.

2. In addition to the Statue of Liberty, what else does the narrator think is an American construct of false Utopia?
(a) McDonald's.
(b) Sea World.
(c) Disneyland.
(d) NFL Football.

3. How does the chubby Chipmunk retaliate against Captain Crabtree's authoritarian manner?
(a) He kicks him in the groin.
(b) He spits on him.
(c) He bites him.
(d) He vomits on him.

4. What does Ernie get off the train to do?
(a) Make a phone call.
(b) Get some fresh air.
(c) Buy some magazines.
(d) Buy beer.

5. For what job does the narrator get selected on the train?
(a) Surveillance.
(b) KP duty.
(c) Communications.
(d) Guard duty.

Short Answer Questions

1. The tendency of all New Jerseyites to long for home is called ____________________.

2. According to Howard, what are the BNAs?

3. How does the narrator view the foibles of mankind in his corner of the world?

4. Where is the narrator's childhood summer camp located?

5. Why did Howard want to sell his car?

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