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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 has grown tremendously.
(b) It has way too many coffee shops.
(c) It has many homeless people.
(d) It is a very dirty city.

2. What does Steinbeck stock up on at a country store?
(a) Salty snacks
(b) Cookies and cupcakes
(c) Cold cuts
(d) Liquor and beer

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

4. What book does Steinbeck read as he drinks coffee at a rest area?
(a) The Spectator
(b) The Hawaiians
(c) East of Eden
(d) Quo Vadis

5. Of what does the sight of a nuclear submarine remind Steinbeck?
(a) His days in the navy
(b) The Cold War
(c) His fear of enclosed places
(d) A story he once wrote

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Steinbeck notice that surrounds the small towns and villages?

2. Why do many people invest in house trailers?

3. Who is the first person Steinbeck meets on his trip?

4. What does Steinbeck buy at roadside markets?

5. Why does Steinbeck rush to Spokane?

(see the answer key)

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