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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3: Chapter 1 - 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Mrs. Steinbeck shout at Steinbeck?
(a) He heads out into the storm to tend to his boat.
(b) He cannot hear her over the sound of the wind.
(c) She is frustrated by his lack of attention.
(d) He has been knocked unconscious.

2. Where does Steinbeck stay in a motel on his second night?
(a) Portland
(b) Kennebunkport
(c) Augusta
(d) Bangor

3. In what vehicle did Steinbeck travel on this trip?
(a) An old bakery truck
(b) An old school bus
(c) An old VW van
(d) An old pickup truck

4. How does Steinbeck meet a Canadian family?
(a) His camper is parked next to theirs.
(b) He follows Charley to the family's camp.
(c) He is in the motel room next to theirs.
(d) They meet at a diner.

5. What has come over the country since Steinbeck's last trip?
(a) A sense of pride
(b) Overwhelming sadness
(c) Wealth and prosperity
(d) Many changes

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Steinbeck exclude from the novel?

2. What material is everything in the attached diner made of, including the waitress' apron?

3. With what was the vehicle outfitted?

4. What does Steinbeck consider himself to be?

5. Steinbeck sees many ___________________ along his northeast route.

(see the answer key)

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