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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 1 through 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Bryson observe has "eaten" Carbondale?
(a) Shopping malls.
(b) A monster.
(c) Vacationers.
(d) Factories.

2. What does Bryson tell the waitress he has just gotten out of prison for?
(a) Killing a pushy waitress.
(b) Killing a farmer.
(c) Poisoning customers.
(d) Robbing a restaurant.

3. Bryson decides he wants to travel after watching _________.
(a) An old movie.
(b) A documentary.
(c) A soccer game.
(d) A dog fight.

4. According to Bryson's generalization, where will people from Des Moines work?
(a) The grocery store.
(b) The hospital.
(c) Firestone.
(d) Ford.

5. The Dullard barmaid has "ready for sex written all over her face but better bring a _____ written all over her body."
(a) Bouquet of flowers.
(b) Hamburger.
(c) Fire extinguisher.
(d) Paper bag.

Short Answer Questions

1. In contrast to Britain, Bryson finds that Iowa has ______ color.

2. Why does the Dullard barmaid compliment Bryson on his good English?

3. What does Bryson say is a relative term similar to a "scenic route" on a map?

4. What does Bryson claim is good about Des Moines in comparison the rest of Iowa?

5. Where is Bryson forced to eat in Carbondale?

(see the answer key)

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