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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: Chapters 3 - 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the beginning of the book, why doesn't Ish know about the virus?
(a) Ish is camping on the beach and fishing.
(b) Ish is driving outside the city with his radio off.
(c) Ish is in the country doing research.
(d) Ish is in a coma.

2. While driving home from Black Creek, what does Ish see on the side of the road?
(a) A dead body.
(b) A blinking road sign.
(c) A burning building.
(d) Two children, walking alone.

3. After Ish meets the family in Arkansas, the author talks about the fall of mankind. Who does the writer say will truly be saddened by the death of man?
(a) Housepets.
(b) Lice.
(c) Livestock.
(d) Any remaining people.

4. While driving back home after his cross-country trip, what animals does Ish notice have disappeared?
(a) Chickens and ducks.
(b) Snakes and other reptiles.
(c) Cats and dogs.
(d) Deer and elk.

5. When Ish is alone in the cabin, what disturbs him?
(a) Two men coming inside.
(b) Wild dogs fighting outside at night.
(c) An explosion in the valley.
(d) A strong wind rocking the house.

Short Answer Questions

1. On his trip back to his hometown from the east coast, Ish has to drive a long way around something. What causes Ish to detour?

2. Out of all the people Ish finds at first, which of these is the most friendly?

3. After Ish returns to the drunkard that he met in the city, the man ends up dying. What does Ish do with him ?

4. What insects invade Ish's home while he is living alone?

5. On his way back to town after his illness, what does Ish do when he reaches Johnson's?

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