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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. Near what river does Steinbeck spend the night?
(a) Mississippi River
(b) Maple River
(c) Ohio River
(d) Colorado River

2. With what gadget is Rocinante equipped?
(a) Flashing lights
(b) A loudspeaker
(c) A trick horn
(d) A siren

3. How does Steinbeck calm down after the storm?
(a) He takes a hot shower.
(b) He drinks a big glass of whiskey.
(c) He takes a nap.
(d) He plays golf.

4. What does Steinbeck not like about hunting?
(a) It gets too cold
(b) The taste of wild game
(c) Cleaning your gun
(d) The clothes you have to wear

5. Where does Steinbeck head after leaving Chicago?
(a) Iowa
(b) Michigan
(c) Wisconsin
(d) Indiana

Short Answer Questions

1. Where was Charley trained?

2. What does Steinbeck hope to accomplish on the trip?

3. Where does Steinbeck get lost in heavy traffic?

4. According to Steinbeck, what do people living in a bland world crave?

5. Why does Mrs. Steinbeck shout at Steinbeck?

(see the answer key)

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