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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 20 through 28.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Bryson decides he wants to travel after watching _________.
(a) A documentary.
(b) An old movie.
(c) A dog fight.
(d) A soccer game.

2. In Bryson's opinion, what don't farmers feel?
(a) The seasons change.
(b) Their own pain.
(c) The joy of life.
(d) Other people's pain.

3. Why does Bryson dislike Cornelius Vanderbilt?
(a) He was racist.
(b) His arrogant displays of wealth.
(c) He didn't like his writing.
(d) He bought Bryson's family's home.

4. Why were Bryson's family vacations always so dingy?
(a) Because no one cared either way.
(b) Because they were trying to save money.
(c) Because the midwest is dingy.
(d) Because it made the trip more exciting.

5. When entering Colorado, Bryson expected to immediately see ______.
(a) His friend.
(b) Mountains.
(c) Bears.
(d) Sunshine.

Short Answer Questions

1. What tourists are crowding Cape Cod?

2. What annoys Bryson about all the signs in Beaufort?

3. What does Bryson observe has "eaten" Carbondale?

4. How long did Bryson stay in Kentucky?

5. Why has Bryson never seen the "Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum"?

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