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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Bryson rename the eerie town "Dullard"?
(a) The town was founded by a man named "Dullard."
(b) To avoid confrontation from the people for his criticism.
(c) Because it is its real name.
(d) He thought the actual name didn't reflect the town.

2. After visiting Cherokee and Gatlinburg, in Bryson's opinion, what do Americans think it is necessary to do to a place?
(a) Revive it.
(b) Name it.
(c) Overly glorify it.
(d) Make it ugly.

3. Bryson feels that Columbus has pieces of _______.
(a) Fantasy.
(b) Perfection.
(c) His childhood.
(d) History.

4. What does Bryson say he, like all midwesterners, love?
(a) Burgers.
(b) Directions.
(c) Movies.
(d) Trees.

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

6. "Dullard" reminds Bryson of a movie in which the locals wait for what?
(a) Their big break.
(b) A celebrity to pass through.
(c) God to come so they can be saved.
(d) A lone traveler to barbeque.

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

8. Bryson and his siblings used to poke matches into apples or boiled eggs until they resembled a _______.
(a) Cactus.
(b) Porcupine.
(c) Chia Pet.
(d) Madusa statue.

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

10. What does Bryson believe the youth of today is lacking?
(a) Parents to take them on vacations.
(b) Good sights to see.
(c) A good imagination.
(d) The ability to be easily entertained.

11. When Bryson's car begins to skid, what noise does he make?
(a) A baby crying.
(b) Tarzan missing the vine.
(c) A thunderstorm.
(d) A rollercoaster.

12. What prompts Bryson to return to the land of his youth?
(a) His disturbed and erratic background.
(b) His loss of memory.
(c) He lost his job.
(d) He wants to find his old friends.

13. What isn't allowed inside of the national park at Smokey Mountain?
(a) Tourist attractions.
(b) Food and drink.
(c) Cars.
(d) Dogs.

14. What pop-culture medium does Bryson claim paints southerners in a bad light?
(a) Movies.
(b) Music.
(c) Fashion magazines.
(d) Reality television.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. After visiting Ripley's Museum, Bryson feels he's had enough _______ for one day.

2. Why is Bryson disappointed by Auburn, AL?

3. Where is Bryson forced to eat in Carbondale?

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

5. In a small town, Bryson always finds a business or two named ______.

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