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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the description of Georgia highlanders?
(a) Downtrodden and joyful
(b) Depraved, rude, uncivilized
(c) Constantly striving to gain acceptance
(d) Exceedingly poor but happy

2. Where do most hikers begin the Appalachian Trail?
(a) From north to south
(b) From south to north
(c) In October
(d) In September

3. What is Bryson's longstanding impression of the woods?
(a) Woods are nature's library
(b) Woods are a great place to relax
(c) Woods are spooky
(d) Woods are nature's ordered masterpiece

4. What is causing Bryson and Katz to hurry the descent of Blood Mountain?
(a) Katz is sick and getting sicker
(b) Thoughts of Walasi-Yi Inn, having sandwiches and ice cream
(c) A substantial storm is almost upon them
(d) They have seen 3 bears

5. What is the food Bryson has about which Katz gets excited?
(a) Salami
(b) Cupcakes
(c) Candy bars
(d) Cheese

Short Answer Questions

1. What is a major drawback to accepting a ride in the Pontiac?

2. What is the story Katz tells as they recline on Indian Grove Gap?

3. What do the dreary Georgia towns and the dreary people bring to mind?

4. Which is another of Bryson's fears?

5. What is the strange move Katz makes when he realizes they have chosen too much food?

(see the answer key)

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