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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 4: Chapter 4 - 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why has Steinbeck's visit disturbed his family?
(a) He drinks too much beer.
(b) He has parked his camper in the yard.
(c) He makes long distance phone calls on their phones.
(d) They want to remember the younger Steinbeck of their memories.

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

3. When does Steinbeck plan to set off on his journey?
(a) The day after Labor Day
(b) The day after the Fourth of July
(c) The day after Christmas
(d) The day after New Year's

4. Where is Steinbeck's last stop in California?
(a) Los Angeles
(b) San Juan Capistrano
(c) La Jolla
(d) Fremont's Peak

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Charley let Steinbeck know he wants something?

2. What does Steinbeck consider the river crossing at Bismarck to be?

3. Why does Steinbeck stay in Texas three extra days?

4. What urge has Steinbeck felt all his life?

5. Where does Steinbeck head after spending the night among the sequoias?

(see the answer key)

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