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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2: 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) The temperature.
(b) A flashing hand of cards.
(c) A line of stars.
(d) A galloping horse.

2. Out of all the people Ish finds at first, which of these is the most friendly?
(a) The hermit.
(b) The couple.
(c) The former lawyer.
(d) The little girl.

3. In the beginning, how does Ish go about finding other people?
(a) Puts up a flag.
(b) Waits at a grocery store.
(c) Honks his car horn.
(d) Shoots a pistol in the air.

4. Who does Ish meet when he is loading up his station wagon for his cross-country trip?
(a) A crazy man.
(b) An angry crowd.
(c) A woman who asks to accompany him.
(d) A dog.

5. While Ish is alone in his house and pondering civilization, what does he decide he will never be?
(a) A survivor.
(b) A leader.
(c) A murderer.
(d) A god.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. On his way back to town after his illness, what does Ish do when he reaches Johnson's?

3. What does Em think of Princess?

4. While exploring the city, Ish meets a drunkard. What is the man's name?

5. On his way back to the city, Ish breaks into a fine home. What does he do while he is there?

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