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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2: Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What book does Steinbeck read as he drinks coffee at a rest area?
(a) East of Eden
(b) The Hawaiians
(c) Quo Vadis
(d) The Spectator

2. What does Steinbeck think the waitress is capable of doing?
(a) Sucking all the joy from life within her range
(b) Singing in an all girls' band
(c) Being a gymnast
(d) Becoming a pastry chef

3. Who wants to accompany Steinbeck on the trip?
(a) Steinbeck's son
(b) A neighbor boy
(c) Steinbeck's lawyer
(d) Mrs. Steinbeck

4. What do Steinbeck's friends warn him about regarding this trip?
(a) That he will get bored very quickly.
(b) That he will not have the perseverance to complete it.
(c) That he will not be able to travel incognito.
(d) That he will realize that his life at home was preferable.

5. According to Steinbeck, _____________ is the greater part of recognition.
(a) news coverage
(b) likeability
(c) a handsome face
(d) context

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the subject about which Steinbeck is noted for writing?

2. What infuriates Steinbeck about a neighbor's boat anchoring prior to the storm?

3. What material is everything in the motel made of, with the exception of the bedding and curtains?

4. What is Steinbeck's wife's name?

5. What does Steinbeck stock up on at a country store?

(see the answer key)

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