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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. Bryson likes his privacy. Where does he especially find there is a lack of privacy in America?
(a) On airplanes.
(b) In public washrooms.
(c) In clothing store changing rooms.
(d) In telephone booths.

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

3. In "The War on Drugs," what is wrong, according to Bryson, about the penalties for drug possession?
(a) He thinks the penalties for drug possession are too harsh.
(b) He thinks the laws favor the rich.
(c) He thinks the laws favor the poor.
(d) He thinks the penalties should be harsher.

4. Why does Bill feel going to a restaurant is a discouraging experience?
(a) He manages to antagonize the waitress.
(b) He's a vegan.
(c) He's a picky eater.
(d) He hates the high prices.

5. What American kitchen convenience does Bill think is just wonderful?
(a) The blender.
(b) The garbage disposal.
(c) The dishwasher.
(d) The microwave.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Bryson in "Why No One Walks," how far does the average American walk in a day?

2. What New Hampshire town did the Bryson family settle in during 1995?

3. According to Bryson, which of his sons might one day become a libel lawyer?

4. According to Bill, which offense do the British commit that he takes offense to?

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

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