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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. Bryson refers to Bloomsburg, where his brother lives, as the ______.
(a) Rustbelt.
(b) Last fronteir.
(c) Worst place on earth.
(d) Pinnacle of home.

2. Bryson feels that Columbus has pieces of _______.
(a) Perfection.
(b) His childhood.
(c) Fantasy.
(d) History.

3. What would Bryson need in order to bring a souvenir home from Bryson City?
(a) More gas.
(b) A bigger trunk.
(c) A crowbar.
(d) More money.

4. When the gas station attendant makes a phone call, what does Bryson do?
(a) Sits and waits.
(b) Cuts the phone line.
(c) Offers him a quarter.
(d) Drives away quickly.

5. Why does Bryson visit the Eisenhower home?
(a) He feels guilty for not getting anything from his visit to Gettysburg.
(b) He never saw it when he was younger.
(c) He has fond memories there.
(d) It's the only thing open in the area.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Bryson's opinion, what explains the stupidity of students?

2. After visiting Ripley's Museum, Bryson feels he's had enough _______ for one day.

3. Why does Bryson believe women are good at operating Mount Vernon?

4. Who owns and operates Mount Vernon?

5. In Oxford, what is the young woman trying to tell Bryson when she says "make the skyaya"?

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