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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 15 through 19.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the Dullard barmaid compliment Bryson on his good English?
(a) Because she believes he's a foreigner from Britain.
(b) Because she's flirting with him.
(c) Because she can't speak English.
(d) Because he seems a little depressed.

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

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

4. People who pass through Des Moines are only stopping to get _____, according to Bryson.
(a) Food.
(b) Gas.
(c) A hotel room.
(d) Water.

5. Where is Bryson forced to eat in Carbondale?
(a) McDonald's.
(b) A hot dog stand.
(c) Pizza Hut.
(d) Vern's.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the imaginary business cards Bryson wants to hand out to New Yorkers say?

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

3. How is Philadelphia better than Bryson remembers from his childhood?

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

5. While in Columbus, what does Bryson realize about his journey?

(see the answer key)

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