The Lost Continent: Travels in Small-town America Quiz | Two Week Quiz A

Bill Bryson
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The Lost Continent: Travels in Small-town America Quiz | Two Week Quiz A

Bill Bryson
This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 121 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.
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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 10 through 14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When a girl asks Bryson "kin I help yew," how does Bryson feel?
(a) Like he's in another country.
(b) Embarrassed for her.
(c) Like he's in danger.
(d) Like he's falling in love.

2. While visiting Abe Lincoln's home-town, Bryson quickly becomes ______.
(a) Bored.
(b) Nostalgic.
(c) Excited.
(d) Afraid.

3. What does Bryson believe the youth of today is lacking?
(a) The ability to be easily entertained.
(b) Parents to take them on vacations.
(c) A good imagination.
(d) Good sights to see.

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

5. People are _____ when Bryson tells them of the dignitary he saw in D.C.
(a) Confused.
(b) Jealous.
(c) Unimpressed.
(d) Awed.

Short Answer Questions

1. The Dullard barmaid has "ready for sex written all over her face but better bring a _____ written all over her body."

2. Where do the Melungeons live?

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

4. What is the Mississippi police officer trying to ask Bryson in his thick accent?

5. What would Bryson need in order to bring a souvenir home from Bryson City?

(see the answer key)

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