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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. Why is Steinbeck shocked by Seattle?
(a) It is a very dirty city.
(b) It has many homeless people.
(c) It has way too many coffee shops.
(d) It has grown tremendously.

2. What impresses Steinbeck at the rest stops?
(a) The friendliness of other travelers
(b) The dog walking areas
(c) The really clean facilities
(d) The variety of goods in the vending machines

3. What does Steinbeck think is the trouble with New England voices?
(a) They are too nasal.
(b) They mumble their words.
(c) They talk too fast.
(d) They are very clipped.

4. Why does Steinbeck rush to Spokane?
(a) To find a veterinarian for Charley
(b) To check into a hotel
(c) To get a good meal
(d) To do some laundry

5. After the border fiasco, Steinbeck admits that he loves countries but hates _____________________.
(a) inaccurate road maps
(b) driving
(c) governments
(d) rundown roadside rest areas

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Steinbeck drawn to at the rest stops?

2. What is the only valuable thing that happens on this day?

3. In what direction does Steinbeck head on his first day?

4. Where does Steinbeck park his camper on his first night?

5. On what does Steinbeck reflect at this point of his journey?

(see the answer key)

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