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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. Where is Bryson forced to eat in Carbondale?
(a) A hot dog stand.
(b) Vern's.
(c) Pizza Hut.
(d) McDonald's.

2. Who are the Melungeons?
(a) A group of religious extremists.
(b) A family Bryson knew as a child.
(c) Descendents of the settlers of Roanoke.
(d) A common name for local police.

3. What does Bryson think the Smithsonian is lacking today?
(a) Good artwork.
(b) Enough employees.
(c) Guides.
(d) The element of surprise.

4. Why does Bryson call his mother while he's out west?
(a) To tell her a funny memory of his youth.
(b) To assure her he hasn't been killed.
(c) To ask what she'd like him to bring back for her.
(d) To ask her for directions.

5. What pop-culture medium does Bryson claim paints southerners in a bad light?
(a) Music.
(b) Fashion magazines.
(c) Reality television.
(d) Movies.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Bryson believe the gas station attendant is calling?

2. When Bryson enters Mississippi, he suddenly begins musing on the ________ of the region.

3. What kind of people does Bryson think inhabit Stowe?

4. What does Bryson say is a relative term similar to a "scenic route" on a map?

5. What does Bryson compare the quietness of Mackinaw Island to?

(see the answer key)

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