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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3: Chapter 7 - 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Charley let Steinbeck know he wants something?
(a) He makes a sound through his teeth.
(b) He barks five times.
(c) He runs in circles.
(d) He howls.

2. What does Steinbeck stock up on at a country store?
(a) Liquor and beer
(b) Salty snacks
(c) Cookies and cupcakes
(d) Cold cuts

3. Who is the first person Steinbeck meets on his trip?
(a) A sailor
(b) A waitress
(c) A gas station attendant
(d) A policeman

4. Why does Steinbeck essentially ignore his doctors' advice?
(a) He wants quality in his life, not necessarily quantity of years.
(b) He wants a second opinion.
(c) They have been wrong before.
(d) He thinks he knows better than the doctors.

5. What does Steinbeck enjoy in Idaho?
(a) Fly fishing
(b) Wildflowers
(c) Baked potatoes
(d) Snow-capped mountains

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Steinbeck shocked by Seattle?

2. What does a friend want Steinbeck to bring back from his trip?

3. What impresses Steinbeck at the rest stops?

4. What have the doctors advised Steinbeck to do?

5. Where does Steinbeck park his camper on his first night?

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