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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 15 through 19.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Bryson disappointed by Auburn, AL?
(a) The people are very rude.
(b) He can't find a decent bookstore.
(c) It's not well landscaped.
(d) It's lacking history.

2. In Newport, what homes does the tour visit?
(a) Modern, cutting-edge.
(b) Classic ones
(c) The wealthiest in the country.
(d) Famous people's.

3. What does Bryson wish this era would allow him to do to beggars?
(a) Teach them to steal.
(b) Enslave them.
(c) Take them home and care for them.
(d) Strike them with a stick.

4. How did Bryson feel about New York as a teenager?
(a) Awed.
(b) Indifferent.
(c) Inspired.
(d) Afraid.

5. Why does Bryson believe women are good at operating Mount Vernon?
(a) Because they are good at decorating.
(b) Because they know how to finish things.
(c) Because they are fair with prices.
(d) Because they are very attentive

Short Answer Questions

1. Why doesn't Bryson go to Faulkner's home?

2. Who does Bryson observe inhabiting the most beautiful places in America?

3. Why does Bryson consider going back to Connecticut?

4. After leaving the gas station, how does Bryson become lost?

5. Bryson feels that Columbus has pieces of _______.

(see the answer key)

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