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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2: Chapters 8 - 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. While driving through the Mojave desert, why does Ish stop his car in the middle?
(a) He feels ill.
(b) His friend wants out.
(c) The car overheats.
(d) He becomes lost.

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?
(a) They're trying to restart the government.
(b) They are afraid of the outside world.
(c) They can find everything they need within walking distance.
(d) Their family is buried nearby.

4. In the Quick Years, which new discovery or hobby causes the children to be so delighted 
they name Year Ten after it?
(a) Baseball.
(b) Racing.
(c) Fishing.
(d) Kite-flying.

5. How many children did Em have before the virus?
(a) Three.
(b) One.
(c) Four.
(d) Two.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does Em think of Princess?

3. At the beginning of the book, why doesn't Ish know about the virus?

4. While cruising through town, what does Ish see on the flashing neon sign that he equates to the progress and downfall of civilization?

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

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