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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. When Ish is alone in the cabin, what disturbs him?
(a) A strong wind rocking the house.
(b) Two men coming inside.
(c) An explosion in the valley.
(d) Wild dogs fighting outside at night.

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

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

4. Why does Em move to Ish's house?
(a) He has a greater supply of food.
(b) He doesn't want to move his books.
(c) He lives in a safer area of the city.
(d) Her house is too small for all of them.

5. On his way back to the city, Ish breaks into a fine home. What does he do while he is there?
(a) Empties the jewelry cabinet.
(b) Listens to a voice on the radio.
(c) Makes himself breakfast.
(d) Stays for several nights.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

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

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

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