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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the tone of this book?
(a) Lofty
(b) Approachable
(c) Juvenile
(d) Forbidding

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

3. 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 something that he is dreading.
(d) It is the trip of a lifetime.

4. What does Steinbeck name his camper?
(a) Hi-ways
(b) Trigger
(c) Rocinante
(d) Steinmaster

5. What impact does the storm have on the Steinbecks' home?
(a) The wind forces in a window.
(b) It is completely demolished.
(c) A tree crashes onto the roof.
(d) The roof is blown away.

Short Answer Questions

1. The same person going over the same route twice experiences _______________________________.

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

3. Who are the only ones who will understand the inability to control a trip?

4. Why does Steinbeck not take another person on the trip?

5. What is the first prerequisite for travelers?

(see the answer key)

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