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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 exploring the city, Ish meets a drunkard. What is the man's name?
(a) Robert.
(b) Asher.
(c) Ben.
(d) Barlow.

2. On his trip back to his hometown from the east coast, Ish has to drive a long way around something. What causes Ish to detour?
(a) Massive wildfires.
(b) A man with a rifle.
(c) A broken bridge.
(d) A flooded road.

3. 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?
(a) He went through survival training in Wyoming.
(b) He was a boy scout.
(c) He has always preferred to do things alone.
(d) He is physically stronger than most people.

4. What is the name of the city where Ish ends his trip to the east?
(a) Chicago.
(b) Pittsburgh.
(c) Atlanta.
(d) New York.

5. Why is Ish worried about the couple he stays with in the eastern city?
(a) A harsh winter is coming.
(b) There is a dangerous gang nearby.
(c) They don't know how to defend themselves.
(d) Their water supply is low.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. While scavenging for food in his hometown, what item of food does Ish find to be inedible because of mice and weevils?

3. What does Ish notice is peculiar about one of the towns he visits on his drive home from Black Creek?

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

5. In the beginning, how does Ish go about finding other people?

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