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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3: Chapters 1 - 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do Em and Ish decide to keep Princess in the house during the infestation?
(a) For protection.
(b) Because of something that Ish finds.
(c) Because they have seen a strange man who won't speak with them.
(d) Because they're afraid she will run away.

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

3. Why does Ish think the books in the library are important?
(a) People will use them to rebuild civilization.
(b) They may need to burn them for fuel during winter.
(c) He wants to learn from the mistakes of history.
(d) Reading and arithmetic will help the children survive the elements.

4. 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.

5. Why is Ish worried about the couple he stays with in the eastern city?
(a) There is a dangerous gang nearby.
(b) A harsh winter is coming.
(c) They don't know how to defend themselves.
(d) Their water supply is low.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Ish become obsessed with doing while the city is being overrun by a certain kind of animal?

2. What does Ish start carrying with him for protection after meeting a pack of dogs in his hometown?

3. What is the name of Ish and Em's second child?

4. What vegetable does Ish grow in his garden in Year Two of the Quick Years?

5. What event occurs during the Year of Woodcarving that has a very
 negative effect on Ish?

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