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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. According to Steinbeck, _____________ is the greater part of recognition.
(a) likeability
(b) a handsome face
(c) context
(d) news coverage

2. Who wants to accompany Steinbeck on the trip?
(a) Steinbeck's son
(b) A neighbor boy
(c) Mrs. Steinbeck
(d) Steinbeck's lawyer

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

4. According to Steinbeck, what do people living in a bland world crave?
(a) Science fiction books
(b) Restaurants serving spicy foods
(c) Travel magazines about foreign countries
(d) Sex and violence in their fiction

5. Where has Steinbeck's friend made a reservation for him?
(a) Niagara Falls
(b) Kennebunkport
(c) Mt. Killington
(d) Deer Isle

Short Answer Questions

1. With what was the vehicle outfitted?

2. What does Steinbeck not like about hunting?

3. What does the answer to #80 remind Steinbeck of?

4. How does Steinbeck calm down after the storm?

5. When does Steinbeck plan to set off on his journey?

(see the answer key)

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