1. Before Lewis arrives to begin the canoe trip, what does Ed's wife do to make Ed feel better?
(a) She makes love to him.
(b) She makes sure he has everything he needs.
(c) She tells him he'll enjoy the trip.
(d) She tells him he doesn't have to make the trip.

2. In the story Lewis tells Ed while they are driving to Oree, what happened when his friend was lost?
(a) The friend eats nuts and berries until a search party arrives.
(b) Lewis finds his friend by following his trail.
(c) His friend makes his way to civilization with a broken arm.
(d) A rural Southerner goes out and finds him in the night.

3. Is Ed positive the shooter is still at the top of the cliff after shooting Drew?
(a) He's confused and needs time to think.
(b) Yes, he saw a flash of sun on the rifle barrel.
(c) No, but they'd better believe he is and act accordingly.
(d) No, but he doesn't want Bobby to think he lacks confidence.

4. On the first day of the canoe trip, for what does Lewis tell Ed he wants to be ready?
(a) His own death.
(b) When the machines and political systems fail.
(c) The day the human race finally finds peace.
(d) The day Ed finally comes around to his way of thinking.

5. When Ed and Lewis arrive at the Griner brother's garage, what happens to one of the brothers?
(a) He barely misses being hit by a bullet when he drops his rifle.
(b) He is cut and bleeding.
(c) He misjudges an anvil swing and breaks a truck wheel.
(d) He stumbles over an anvil on his way to greet the men.