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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 10 through 14.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. After leaving the gas station, how does Bryson become lost?
(a) He takes a "shortcut."
(b) The roads were blocked off.
(c) He fell asleep at the wheel.
(d) He can't understand directions.

3. Bryson dislikes the new _______ of the Smithsonian.
(a) Organization.
(b) Wing.
(c) Management.
(d) Artwork.

4. Why were Bryson's family vacations always so dingy?
(a) Because no one cared either way.
(b) Because the midwest is dingy.
(c) Because it made the trip more exciting.
(d) Because they were trying to save money.

5. Bryson is usually _______ by college towns.
(a) Disgusted.
(b) Frightened.
(c) Intrigued.
(d) Bored.

Short Answer Questions

1. Bryson says he "wouldn't hesitate to give an old person a shove, especially a _______."

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

3. The road between Warm Springs to Macon isn't particularly ______.

4. What does Bryson wish this era would allow him to do to beggars?

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

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