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

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

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) A flooded road.
(b) A broken bridge.
(c) A man with a rifle.
(d) Massive wildfires.

3. 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.

4. What animal does Ish see in his neighbor's yard that doesn't seem to belong there?
(a) A horse.
(b) A goat.
(c) A cow.
(d) A sheep.

5. At the beginning of the book, why doesn't Ish know about the virus?
(a) Ish is driving outside the city with his radio off.
(b) Ish is in the country doing research.
(c) Ish is in a coma.
(d) Ish is camping on the beach and fishing.

Short Answer Questions

1. What animal does Ish see running in the highway after the virus strikes?

2. What do the older members of the community notice that 
they think "pushes back the darkness" a little?

3. Why is Ish worried about the couple he stays with in the eastern city?

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

5. What instrument does Ish play in the "Year We Sang"?

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