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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2: Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many years ago did Steinbeck travel the United States?
(a) 20
(b) 5
(c) 15
(d) 25

2. 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) a trip takes us."
(d) we define destinies."

3. Steinbeck sees many ___________________ along his northeast route.
(a) restaurants
(b) motels
(c) antique shops
(d) bowling alleys

4. What do Steinbeck's friends warn him about regarding this trip?
(a) That he will get bored very quickly.
(b) That he will not have the perseverance to complete it.
(c) That he will realize that his life at home was preferable.
(d) That he will not be able to travel incognito.

5. What is the unspoken motivation for Steinbeck's decision to make the trip?
(a) He is growing older and may not get another chance.
(b) He wants to surprise his college roommate.
(c) He made a bet with himself to do it by his 60th birthday.
(d) He needs some time alone to think.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Steinbeck hope to accomplish on the trip?

2. How is Steinbeck able to travel unnoticed?

3. What is the tone of this book?

4. What do some of the migrant families use for shelter?

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

(see the answer key)

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