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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 4, Chapters 1, 2 and 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the travel bureau car's owner need his car driven to Chicago?
(a) He bought a new car out west and drove it back to Chicago.
(b) He carpooled with a friend on the return trip.
(c) He lost his driver's license.
(d) His family decided to take the train after traveling by car.

2. How is Rita Bettencourt described?
(a) As an outspoken woman who advocates for the oppressed.
(b) As a shy girl without much ambition.
(c) As a lively party girl.
(d) As an intellectual with rapier-like wit.

3. What is Sal and Dean's dream about while driving in a car?
(a) That the car is a time machine.
(b) That they can escape their problems if they drive fast enough.
(c) That they take a giant scythe and chop down trees and mountains.
(d) That they drive up a ramp and become airborne.

4. Who does Sal introduce to Dean with whom he forms a strong friendship?
(a) Ed Dunkel.
(b) Carlo Marx.
(c) Chad King.
(d) Remi Boncoeur.

5. Where is Camille working in San Francisco?
(a) At a vinyard picking grapes.
(b) At a five-and-dime store.
(c) At a diner.
(d) At a doctor's office.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens when Camille finds out about Inez?

2. Why doesn't Sal show up for the first day of his job in Denver?

3. Which of the flat bed truck riders stays with Sal in Cheyenne?

4. What does Sal's arrival at Dean and Camille's house signify?

5. What does Marylou do when she sees Sal on the streets of San Francisco?

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