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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book II, Part III - Passing Through America Again: Chapters 68 - 70.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On what holiday does Jack arrive in Texas after his stay in Mexico?
(a) Thanksgiving.
(b) Halloween.
(c) Christmas.
(d) Valentine's Day.

2. How much does Jack have to pay to take his mother on a quick trip to Mexico?
(a) 300 dollars.
(b) 3 cents.
(c) 3 dollars.
(d) 30 dollars.

3. Which of the poets does one of the Ruths fall for when they reach New York?
(a) Irwin.
(b) Jack.
(c) Raphael.
(d) Simon.

4. What does Jack's mother learn about Mexico when she sees a church there?
(a) That her son belongs in Mexico.
(b) That Mexicans believe in God.
(c) That there is beauty in the desert terrain.
(d) That love can be found anywhere.

5. What do Jack and his mother enjoy on the bus as they leave New Orleans?
(a) Majoun.
(b) Whiskey.
(c) Opium.
(d) Coca Cola.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does the strange car ride end for the poets?

2. What keeps the blond kid from playing football?

3. What does Irwin want Jack to be able to do with his fan mail?

4. Where is the second stop of the bus during the long journey to California?

5. What sport does Jack play in school?

(see the answer key)

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