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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. Why doesn't Bryson go to Faulkner's home?
(a) Because the entrance fee is too much.
(b) Because he's never read a Faulkner book.
(c) Because it was closed.
(d) Because he hates Faulkner's writing.

2. What prompted "Lost Continent"?
(a) His distaste for the U.S.
(b) A very good offer from a publisher.
(c) Bryson's boredom with other countries.
(d) The death of Bryson's father.

3. When Bryson's car begins to skid, what noise does he make?
(a) Tarzan missing the vine.
(b) A rollercoaster.
(c) A thunderstorm.
(d) A baby crying.

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

5. In Bryson's road-trip, what does he desire to find?
(a) Inspiration.
(b) The perfect town.
(c) A better job.
(d) His family.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Bryson observe has "eaten" Carbondale?

2. Bryson states that people who pass through Des Moines and stay for years are confused, but _____ in their decision.

3. What annoys Bryson about all the signs in Beaufort?

4. In Bryson's opinion, what don't farmers feel?

5. Bryson says the three things that kill a farmer are: "lightning, rolling over in a tractor, and _____".

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