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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Bryson's friend, James Horner, observe about American youth today?
(a) They dress funny.
(b) They don't care about the environment.
(c) They are intellectually younger.
(d) They want to be famous.

2. In Newport, what homes does the tour visit?
(a) Famous people's.
(b) Classic ones
(c) The wealthiest in the country.
(d) Modern, cutting-edge.

3. Why does Bryson want to go to the hotel calling for "proper attire"?
(a) To find his friend.
(b) To try on a new outfit.
(c) To feel what it's like to be rich.
(d) To crash a party.

4. The trash and poverty makes Philadelphia feel like more of a ______ to Bryson.
(a) Slum.
(b) Big city.
(c) Nightmare.
(d) Third-world country.

5. Why does Bryson believe women are good at operating Mount Vernon?
(a) Because they are fair with prices.
(b) Because they are very attentive
(c) Because they know how to finish things.
(d) Because they are good at decorating.

Short Answer Questions

1. Bryson observes that the businesses in Cape Cod are all aimed at getting tourists to _____.

2. How much money would Bryson have spent at Colonial Williamsburg if he was with his family?

3. Why does Bryson visit the Eisenhower home?

4. Why are the waiters in the restaurant in Cooperstown eager for Bryson to leave?

5. What does Bryson observe about the cemetery in Peacham?

Short Essay Questions

1. What revelation about poverty does Bryson have in Vermont?

2. Does Bryson have an "authentic" New England experience?

3. Why are Mackinaw City and Mackinac Island more to Bryson's liking?

4. How is Bryson similar to the pilgrims?

5. Why does Bryson "believe" Littleton has been taken over by aliens?

6. Is Bryson sympathetic to impoverished people? Why or why not?

7. How does Bryson recognize long distance travelers?

8. What does Bryson feel about Philadelphia having the affect of a big city?

9. In Bryson's opinion, how is poverty relative?

10. Why is Bryson relieved to be back in Iowa?

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