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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the occupation of Steinbeck's camping neighbor for the night?
(a) An auto executive
(b) A Shakesperian performer
(c) A farming implements salesman
(d) A plastics salesman

2. With what gadget is Rocinante equipped?
(a) A loudspeaker
(b) Flashing lights
(c) A trick horn
(d) A siren

3. What happens to the neighboring boats after Steinbeck cuts the rope holding them together?
(a) They blow out to sea.
(b) They blow onto a mud bank.
(c) They crash into Steinbeck's boat.
(d) They capsize.

4. In what city in North Dakota does Steinbeck stop?
(a) Grand Forks
(b) Bismarck
(c) Fargo
(d) Minot

5. To what two cities does Steinbeck often fly?
(a) Chicago and Seattle
(b) Atlanta and San Francisco
(c) Chicago and San Francisco
(d) Chicago and Denver

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens to delay Steinbeck's plans?

2. What does the answer to #80 remind Steinbeck of?

3. Who wants to accompany Steinbeck on the trip?

4. What does Steinbeck consider himself to be?

5. What is the heritage of the Canadians?

(see the answer key)

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