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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 14, Death of the Old Man through Chapter 19, Kansas to Missouri.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did Henry begin hitchhiking?
(a) If he was going to die for his country, he wanted to see it first.
(b) He didn't have any money, but wanted to get out of his hometown.
(c) His car broke down and it was the only way to get home.
(d) It was an effective way to avoid getting drafted, if no one could find him.

2. What does Henry think about doing while he is driving?
(a) Returning to Melanie.
(b) Euthanizing the dog.
(c) Killing himself.
(d) Returning to Elaine.

3. Where does Henry find work after New York?
(a) Montana.
(b) Wyoming.
(c) A park.
(d) Albuquerque.

4. Where is Joe buried?
(a) In Pennsylvania.
(b) At home.
(c) At the church.
(d) In Maryland.

5. What does Henry discover when he calls work, in Chapter 3?
(a) The office is being closed.
(b) He got a bad performance review.
(c) The boss has already replaced him.
(d) He's been fired.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did the game Henry and Will and their friends played against their rivals end?

2. What does Henry believe he has found in this job?

3. Who was Milly Cornflower Lightcap?

4. What does Henry take while driving through Kansas?

5. Where does Henry plan to stop on his way to his job?

(see the answer key)

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