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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Quick Years.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. In Year Five, the people create a "national pastime" out of avoiding 
what type of animal?
(a) Hyenas.
(b) Lions.
(c) Bulls.
(d) Dogs.

3. What does Em think of Princess?
(a) She wants to keep her for herself.
(b) That she is beautiful.
(c) That she needs to stay somewhere else.
(d) She can't stand her.

4. While driving home from Black Creek, what does Ish see on the side of the road?
(a) Two children, walking alone.
(b) A dead body.
(c) A blinking road sign.
(d) A burning building.

5. What vegetable does Ish grow in his garden in Year Two of the Quick Years?
(a) Zucchini.
(b) Rhubarb.
(c) Carrots.
(d) Lettuce.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Ish is alone in the cabin, what disturbs him?

2. What natural disaster occurs in Year Twenty?

3. 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?

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

5. How does Em demonstrate to Ish that children are necessary?

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