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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: Chapters 6 - 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. While Ish is alone in his house and pondering civilization, what does he decide he will never be?
(a) A survivor.
(b) A murderer.
(c) A leader.
(d) A god.

2. While living alone, what book does Ish begin reading that makes him uneasy?
(a) The Koran.
(b) The Bible.
(c) Arabian Nights.
(d) Huckleberry Finn.

3. On his way back to town after his illness, what does Ish do when he reaches Johnson's?
(a) Looks in the window and leaves.
(b) Pumps gas and leaves payment.
(c) Steals from the register.
(d) Talks to the attendant.

4. What does Em say Ish can do to help her with childbirth?
(a) Read books about it.
(b) Stay away.
(c) Provide hot water and clean sheets.
(d) Find medicine.

5. When Ish stays with the couple that he meets in the eastern city, he finds they will not leave. Why does Ish think they won't leave?
(a) They're trying to restart the government.
(b) Their family is buried nearby.
(c) They can find everything they need within walking distance.
(d) They are afraid of the outside world.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Ish decides to take a cross-country trip, what is the reason he decides to go?

2. Why does Ish worry about being with Em at first?

3. Why do Em and Ish decide to keep Princess in the house during the infestation?

4. At the end of Chapter Two, Ish makes a list of the reasons he will survive better than many of the people he meets. Why does Ish believe he is better prepared to survive?

5. What does Ish start carrying with him for protection after meeting a pack of dogs in his hometown?

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