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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Bryson reside in the beginning of the book?
(a) New Hampshire
(b) Georgia
(c) Pennsylvania
(d) Maine

2. What does Bryson conclude is the best advice in dealing with a bear in your midst?
(a) Never run and attempt to hide because the bear will always pursue.
(b) No one really knows; opinions vary and contradict each other.
(c) Loudly sing a song because a bear will listen to unfamiliar sounds and will then depart.
(d) Always run and attempt to hide and the bear will lose interest.

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

4. What are Bryson and Katz's reaction to the commercialism of Knoxville?
(a) They think it is ugly.
(b) They cannot wait to look around.
(c) It makes them want to get back to civilization.
(d) They welcome it.

5. Why does Katz stay in his room while staying in Waynesboro?
(a) A jealous husband is after him.
(b) He has a cold.
(c) He is catching up on sleep.
(d) He is watching the X-Files.

Short Answer Questions

1. How are Bryson and Katz covering the last 11 miles to Hiawassee?

2. What do Bryson and Katz begin hiking?

3. What is Benton MacKaye's job?

4. How does Bryson feel about not hiking the entire Appalachian Trail?

5. While Bryson climbs the first mountain, what is Katz doing well behind him?

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