Travels with Charley: In Search of America Quiz | Four Week Quiz A

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Travels with Charley: In Search of America Quiz | Four Week Quiz A

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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2: Chapter 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Steinbeck learn about all the writing materials he packs?
(a) He needs sketchy notes just to jog his memory.
(b) He needs every word he writes down to write later.
(c) He never writes from notes taken while traveling alone.
(d) He needs comprehenisve notes because he is so detail-oriented.

2. Who is the first person Steinbeck meets on his trip?
(a) A waitress
(b) A gas station attendant
(c) A policeman
(d) A sailor

3. How do New Englanders talk?
(a) In long, drawn out sentences
(b) In single words or short phrases
(c) They answer questions with questions
(d) In rambling speech patterns

4. What kind of dog is Charley?
(a) German Shephard
(b) Poodle
(c) Jack Russell Terrier
(d) Dachshund

5. What is the subject about which Steinbeck is noted for writing?
(a) Americans
(b) Hispanics
(c) Asians
(d) Europeans

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the tone of this book?

2. What does Steinbeck think as the date for his departure approaches?

3. What does Steinbeck name his camper?

4. To what does Steinbeck compare the futility of trying to control a trip?

5. What is the first prerequisite for travelers?

(see the answer key)

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