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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. Who does Bryson believe the gas station attendant is calling?
(a) His mother.
(b) The police.
(c) Information.
(d) The press.

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

3. What does Bryson say is a relative term similar to a "scenic route" on a map?
(a) A good Barry Manilow album.
(b) A bad romantic movie.
(c) A kind word.
(d) A nice day.

4. As a child, what did Bryson always think about Pella?
(a) It was ficticious.
(b) That it was atypical.
(c) It was for poor people.
(d) That it was unnecessary.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Bryson realize he won't find in Maine?

2. There are a large number of ______ buried in the Peacham cemetery.

3. Where do the Melungeons live?

4. How frequently does the waitress in Littleton refill Bryson's water glass?

5. Bryson skips the tour in Newport and looks at the homes from _____.

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