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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 5 through 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What thought comforts Bryson about the pushy seniors at the "Little White House"?
(a) They don't know what they're doing.
(b) They'll get karmic payback.
(c) That soon they'll be dead.
(d) They won't enjoy the site.

2. Bryson states that people who pass through Des Moines and stay for years are confused, but _____ in their decision.
(a) Serene.
(b) Hostile.
(c) Angry.
(d) Unaffected.

3. What awes Bryson about Savannah?
(a) The simplicity of its roads.
(b) The creative modern homes.
(c) The intelligence of its students.
(d) The beauty of the historic distric.

4. Why does Bryson miss billboards on the highway?
(a) It reminds him of a childhood game.
(b) It was something to look at.
(c) It gives him writing ideas.
(d) It gives him ideas as to where to go next.

5. What isn't allowed inside of the national park at Smokey Mountain?
(a) Dogs.
(b) Cars.
(c) Food and drink.
(d) Tourist attractions.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. In Tennessee, what does Bryson observe about the weather?

3. How long did Bryson stay in Kentucky?

4. What pop-culture medium does Bryson claim paints southerners in a bad light?

5. Bryson declares that Tupelo is _______.

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