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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. In contrast to Britain, Bryson finds that Iowa has ______ color.
(a) A lack of.
(b) Frightening.
(c) Hysterical.
(d) A bland.

2. The road between Warm Springs to Macon isn't particularly ______.
(a) Smooth.
(b) Straight.
(c) Scenic.
(d) Safe.

3. How did Bryson feel about Abe Lincoln's home when he was a boy?
(a) He was amazed by it.
(b) He never saw it.
(c) He didn't understand its importance.
(d) He found it boring.

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

5. According to Bryson's generalization, who will people from Des Moines marry?
(a) No one.
(b) A foreigner.
(c) A New Yorker.
(d) A local girl.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. People who pass through Des Moines are only stopping to get _____, according to Bryson.

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

4. Bryson is usually _______ by college towns.

5. What does Bryson first notice when crossing the line to North Carolina?

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