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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 20 through 28.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. 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) Bouquet of flowers.
(c) Hamburger.
(d) Paper bag.

2. What does Bryson compare the quietness of Mackinaw Island to?
(a) His favorite campsite.
(b) Death.
(c) A dream.
(d) A coma.

3. How frequently does the waitress in Littleton refill Bryson's water glass?
(a) Every time he takes a sip.
(b) Every time Bryson makes eye-contact.
(c) Every half hour.
(d) Never.

4. What does Bryson observe about the cemetery in Peacham?
(a) The headstones are new.
(b) It's very small.
(c) It's very large for a small town.
(d) It's like a public park.

5. Why does Bryson stop in Holcomb, Kansas?
(a) It is the site of a famous murder.
(b) He has fond memories of it.
(c) He has friends who live there.
(d) It's the quietness he's looking for.

Short Answer Questions

1. What thought comforts Bryson about the pushy seniors at the "Little White House"?

2. Why is Bryson concerned about Detroit?

3. What is the most common obstruction in Bryson's itinerary through the west?

4. Bryson decides he wants to travel after watching _________.

5. Why does Bryson initially prefer Iowa to Nebraska?

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