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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3: Chapter 7 - 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Steinbeck enjoy in Idaho?
(a) Fly fishing
(b) Baked potatoes
(c) Wildflowers
(d) Snow-capped mountains

2. In what direction does Steinbeck head on his first day?
(a) Southeast
(b) Southwest
(c) Northwest
(d) Northeast

3. What is the unspoken motivation for Steinbeck's decision to make the trip?
(a) He wants to surprise his college roommate.
(b) He needs some time alone to think.
(c) He made a bet with himself to do it by his 60th birthday.
(d) He is growing older and may not get another chance.

4. On what does Steinbeck reflect at this point of his journey?
(a) If he should get a different camper
(b) If he should take a break
(c) If he should turn back
(d) If he is doing the trip as it should be done

5. What is Steinbeck given when he asks for a reading light?
(a) A flashlight
(b) A table lamp
(c) A coal oil lantern
(d) A floor lamp

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the evening meal where Steinbeck stops at a rental cabin and lunch room?

2. What does Steinbeck buy at a farmhouse?

3. What does Steinbeck stock up on at a country store?

4. What does a friend want Steinbeck to bring back from his trip?

5. How do New Englanders talk?

(see the answer key)

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