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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 20 through 28.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Bryson thinks the people of Dullard are looking at him with "________eyes."
(a) Barbeque.
(b) Questioning.
(c) Loving.
(d) Accusitory.

2. In Tupelo, which famous home does Bryson visit?
(a) Elvis's.
(b) Billy the Kid's.
(c) Doris Day's.
(d) Jack London's.

3. There are a large number of ______ buried in the Peacham cemetery.
(a) Animals.
(b) Elderly.
(c) Children.
(d) Celebrities.

4. Why does Bryson dislike Cornelius Vanderbilt?
(a) His arrogant displays of wealth.
(b) He bought Bryson's family's home.
(c) He was racist.
(d) He didn't like his writing.

5. Where do Bryson and his brother eat on their visit?
(a) A French restaurant.
(b) A bar.
(c) Amish Country.
(d) McDonalds.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Bryson consider going back to Connecticut?

2. Why is Bryson disappointed by Auburn, AL?

3. What prompts Bryson to return to the land of his youth?

4. After visiting Cherokee and Gatlinburg, in Bryson's opinion, what do Americans think it is necessary to do to a place?

5. In Bryson's road-trip, what does he desire to find?

(see the answer key)

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