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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5, The Pursuit of Pleasure.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What kind of kit did Bryson get for Christmas one year that was disappointing?
(a) Erector set.
(b) Chemistry set.
(c) Artist kit.
(d) Doctor bag.

2. Who was the Bryson family's dentist?
(a) Dr. D.K. Brewster.
(b) Dr. Cavanaugh.
(c) Dr. E.W. Miller.
(d) Dr. Brock.

3. For what characteristic was Bryson's father known?
(a) He was cheap.
(b) He was a great dancer.
(c) He was artistic.
(d) He was a great bowler.

4. For what publication did Bryson's father work?
(a) The Columbus Disptach.
(b) The Reader's Digest.
(c) The Des Moines Register.
(d) Sporting News.

5. What were Bryson's three uncles called?
(a) Three Blind Mice.
(b) The Three Stooges.
(c) The Trio of Terror.
(d) The Three Musketeers.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what unusual place did Bryson's father practice his exercise?

2. How did Bryson injure his head when he was ten-years-old?

3. What was the name of the store where Bryson bought penny candy?

4. About what decade of American life did Bryson write in this book?

5. Where did Bryson get to accompany his father on business-related trips?

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