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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. Where does Steinbeck live?
(a) Seattle
(b) Monterey
(c) New York
(d) Atlanta

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

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

4. According to Steinbeck, _____________ is the greater part of recognition.
(a) news coverage
(b) context
(c) a handsome face
(d) likeability

5. What is the name of Steinbeck's boat?
(a) Fayre Eleyne
(b) Rocinante
(c) East of Eden
(d) Smooth Sailing

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the tone of this book?

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

3. What does Steinbeck pack that will never be used?

4. What happens when the eye of the storm passes?

5. What happens to the neighboring boats after Steinbeck cuts the rope holding them together?

(see the answer key)

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