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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Steinbeck consider himself to be?
(a) An American writer
(b) A simple storyteller
(c) A sophisticated writer
(d) An adequate writer

2. What does Steinbeck say about the journey he is about to take?
(a) It is a very daunting proposition.
(b) It is much the same as all journeys that anyone takes.
(c) It is the trip of a lifetime.
(d) It is something that he is dreading.

3. With what was the vehicle outfitted?
(a) A stereo system
(b) A CB radio
(c) A mattress on the floor
(d) A GPS system

4. Steinbeck writes, "We find after years of struggle that we do not take a trip; _______________________
(a) we take a journey."
(b) we enter into a new dimension."
(c) we define destinies."
(d) a trip takes us."

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Steinbeck call this state of journeying?

2. Where was Charley trained?

3. According to Steinbeck, every journey has its own __________________.

4. According to Steinbeck, _____________ is the greater part of recognition.

5. What does Steinbeck think old age will do?

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