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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3: Chapter 10 - 13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who are the only ones who will understand the inability to control a trip?
(a) Those who work as tour guides
(b) Those who sell travel packages
(c) Those who know about the nature of journeys
(d) Those who plan trips for a business

2. What does Steinbeck consider himself to be?
(a) An American writer
(b) A simple storyteller
(c) An adequate writer
(d) A sophisticated writer

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

4. Why does Steinbeck not take another person on the trip?
(a) Another person would change the experience from observation to interactivity.
(b) Another person would talk too much.
(c) Another person would probably change the itinerary.
(d) Another person probably wouldn't like the radio stations he likes.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What threatens Steinbeck's stay at the Maple River?

2. Where was Charley trained?

3. How is Steinbeck able to travel unnoticed?

4. What have people always told Steinbeck about his wanderlust?

5. What damages do Fayre Eleyne and Rocinante sustain?

(see the answer key)

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