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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Ah, Summer!, A Day at the Seaside, On Losing a Son, Highway Diversions, Fall in New England, The Best American Holiday, Deck the Halls, Fun in the Snow, The Mysteries of Christmas, Life in a Cold Climate.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Bryson say about the long trip and back to take his son to college?
(a) Travelling on American highways is dull.
(b) Travelling by car is one of his favorite things.
(c) It was quick.
(d) It was sad.

2. According to Bryson, why are national parks and wilderness areas in the United States overcrowded?
(a) Because people are tired of the cities.
(b) Because everyone brings their cars.
(c) Because too many people take their children.
(d) Because they are inexpensive to visit.

3. What does Bryson like to do when he picks up his mail on winter mornings?
(a) Give his snowblower a work out.
(b) Walk his dog.
(c) Take a thermos of hot tea with him.
(d) Test his tolerance for the cold.

4. In "How to Have Fun at Home," why does Bill think having your groceries bagged for you is not so great?
(a) He has to make conversation with the bagger.
(b) It makes him feel lazy.
(c) He has to tip the bagger.
(d) It doesn't buy him any quality time.

5. What does Bill miss about television in Britain?
(a) A lot of good comedy shows.
(b) No commercials.
(c) A late night university program with free courses.
(d) Good news programs.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Bill decide to write "Friendly People?"

2. What does Bill say about American sports teams that would never happen in Britain?

3. What trait does Bill admit that he has in regards to simple everyday activities?

4. What do U.S. post offices do once a year that Bill likes a lot?

5. What does Bryson say about American gardens?

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