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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Where has Steinbeck's friend made a reservation for him?
(a) Kennebunkport
(b) Niagara Falls
(c) Deer Isle
(d) Mt. Killington

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

4. What does Steinbeck think of the hunters?
(a) They stay out too long.
(b) They will shoot at anything that moves.
(c) They are the best guys you'll ever meet.
(d) They are the real men in this country.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Steinbeck essentially ignore his doctors' advice?

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

3. What urge has Steinbeck felt all his life?

4. What material is everything in the attached diner made of, including the waitress' apron?

5. Where does Steinbeck park his camper on his first night?

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