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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. 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 line of stars.
(b) A flashing hand of cards.
(c) The temperature.
(d) A galloping horse.

2. What does Ish notice is peculiar about one of the towns he visits on his drive home from Black Creek?
(a) All the people are gone.
(b) People are hiding in the courthouse.
(c) His car is making a strange noise.
(d) An unfriendly, dirty man is yellilng at him.

3. How does Ish first find out about the virus?
(a) A thief.
(b) A crackling radio station.
(c) A newspaper headline.
(d) A handwritten note on a body.

4. During Ish's trip to the east, he meets a small family in Arkansas. What are they doing?
(a) Raising animals and crops.
(b) Building a house.
(c) Traveling toward the coast.
(d) Trying to start a car.

5. What does Ish start carrying with him for protection after meeting a pack of dogs in his hometown?
(a) A loud bullhorn.
(b) A baseball bat.
(c) A firearm.
(d) A hand-held radio.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is the name of the city where Ish ends his trip to the east?

3. While driving back home after his cross-country trip, what animals does Ish notice have disappeared?

4. Who does Ish meet when he is loading up his station wagon for his cross-country trip?

5. What insects invade Ish's home while he is living alone?

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