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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. Where was Charley trained?
(a) Atlanta
(b) France
(c) New Orleans
(d) New York

2. What does Steinbeck hope to accomplish on the trip?
(a) Chart the gas mileage for his vehicle
(b) Beat the coast-to-coast record
(c) Reacquaint himself with America's people and countryside
(d) Find a new place to live

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

4. To what two cities does Steinbeck often fly?
(a) Chicago and San Francisco
(b) Chicago and Seattle
(c) Chicago and Denver
(d) Atlanta and San Francisco

5. What does Steinbeck do when he breaks camp the next morning?
(a) Leaves a bottle for a keepsake for the Canadian family
(b) Writes a few postcards
(c) Takes Charley for a run
(d) Throws water on his campfire

Short Answer Questions

1. What impact does the storm have on the Steinbecks' home?

2. What does Steinbeck name his camper?

3. What is Steinbeck's destination on the next day?

4. What does Steinbeck consider himself to be?

5. How is Steinbeck able to travel unnoticed?

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