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

2. To what does Steinbeck compare the futility of trying to control a trip?
(a) Trying to shoot fish in a barrel
(b) Trying to control a marriage
(c) Trying to swim upstream
(d) Trying to herd cats

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

4. How old is Steinbeck at the time that he starts on his journey?
(a) 58
(b) 45
(c) 65
(d) 48

5. What does Steinbeck mean by a "blown-in-the-glass" bum?
(a) A traveler who works as a glassblower.
(b) A traveler who is as fragile as glass.
(c) A traveler who will only drink out of crystal.
(d) A traveler who drinks too much.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens to delay Steinbeck's plans?

2. What is the subject about which Steinbeck is noted for writing?

3. Where does Steinbeck live?

4. How does Steinbeck calm down after the storm?

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

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