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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: Chapters 3 - 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After Ish meets the family in Arkansas, the author talks about the fall of mankind. Who does the writer say will truly be saddened by the death of man?
(a) Livestock.
(b) Housepets.
(c) Any remaining people.
(d) Lice.

2. What does Ish find when he arrives home after his trip to the east coast?
(a) Someone has been in his home.
(b) His door is broken.
(c) His parents left him a note.
(d) His note is untouched.

3. While cruising through town, what does Ish see on the flashing neon sign that he equates to the progress and downfall of civilization?
(a) A flashing hand of cards.
(b) A line of stars.
(c) A galloping horse.
(d) The temperature.

4. While driving back home after his cross-country trip, what animals does Ish notice have disappeared?
(a) Snakes and other reptiles.
(b) Cats and dogs.
(c) Deer and elk.
(d) Chickens and ducks.

5. While driving through the Mojave desert, why does Ish stop his car in the middle?
(a) He feels ill.
(b) The car overheats.
(c) His friend wants out.
(d) He becomes lost.

Short Answer Questions

1. While Ish is alone in his house and pondering civilization, what does he decide he will never be?

2. When Ish heads to the east coast, what does he attach to the back of his car?

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

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. While driving home from Black Creek, what does Ish see on the side of the road?

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