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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 5 through 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. "Dullard" reminds Bryson of a movie in which the locals wait for what?
(a) A celebrity to pass through.
(b) A lone traveler to barbeque.
(c) Their big break.
(d) God to come so they can be saved.

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

3. While in Columbus, what does Bryson realize about his journey?
(a) He has more time than he needs.
(b) He will never find the perfect town.
(c) He doesn't care enough about America.
(d) He can't ever go home again.

4. After visiting Ripley's Museum, Bryson feels he's had enough _______ for one day.
(a) Candy.
(b) Extravagance.
(c) Nostalgia.
(d) Whining.

5. Where are the senior citizens visiting the "Little White House" from?
(a) A hospital.
(b) A Baptist church.
(c) Alabama.
(d) A retirement home.

Short Answer Questions

1. What pop-culture medium does Bryson claim paints southerners in a bad light?

2. When Bryson's stops to buy an Iowa post-card, what does he agree with the cashier about?

3. What would Bryson need in order to bring a souvenir home from Bryson City?

4. What does Bryson say he set out to Missouri with?

5. How did Bryson feel about Abe Lincoln's home when he was a boy?

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