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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6, Sex and Other Distractions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did Bryson think he would never get to visit the location in #55?
(a) His mother said the rides were not safe.
(b) His father was cheap.
(c) It was too far away.
(d) He was too old.

2. What precaution did kids in the 1950s not have to take?
(a) They did not have to come inside when it got dark.
(b) Cupboards were not baby-proofed.
(c) Wore seat belts in the car.
(d) Had cell phones and pagers.

3. In what unusual place did Bryson's father practice his exercise?
(a) Airplanes.
(b) Bathroom stalls.
(c) Hardware stores.
(d) Churches.

4. Where did the Brysons spend Christmas of 1960?
(a) California.
(b) Washington, D.C.
(c) Florida.
(d) New York.

5. Who was Bryson's sister?
(a) Betty.
(b) Angie.
(c) Marge.
(d) Tammy.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what year was Bryson born?

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

3. What unusual physical characteristic did Bryson's uncle have?

4. What was one of the few things that was really exciting for Bryson?

5. What type of exercise did Bryson's father practice?

(see the answer key)

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