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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapters 11 and 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Des Moines, Sal experiences the distinction of the East of his youth and the West of his __________________. (fill in the blank)
(a) Adolesence.
(b) Future.
(c) Middle-age crisis.
(d) Golden years.

2. How does Sal feel about the friendship between Dean Moriarty and his friend?
(a) He feels invigorated.
(b) He feels left out.
(c) He feels like the center of attention.
(d) He feels indifferent.

3. Why does Sal end his ride with the brothers from Minnesota before their final destination?
(a) He is determined to see his friends in Denver.
(b) He is getting car sick.
(c) He is bored.
(d) He meets a woman.

4. Who are the two women in Dean's life in Denver?
(a) Camille and Inez.
(b) Marylou and Terry.
(c) Marylou and Inez.
(d) Marylou and Camille.

5. What is Roland Major's profession?
(a) He is a musician.
(b) He is a teacher.
(c) He is an actor.
(d) He is an author.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who thinks Sal should not travel out West?

2. Who is Remi Boncoeur's girlfriend?

3. What does Lee Ann do after Remi loses their money at the horse races?

4. What New York hitchhiker does Sal meet in Des Moines?

5. What does Sal learn when he meets up with Chad King in Denver?

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