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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 15 through 19.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What annoys Bryson about all the signs in Beaufort?
(a) There are too many.
(b) They are too restrictive.
(c) They are incorrect.
(d) They are nonsensical.

2. How long did Bryson stay in Kentucky?
(a) Forty minutes.
(b) Five hours.
(c) One night.
(d) Two days.

3. Why does Bryson dislike Cornelius Vanderbilt?
(a) He bought Bryson's family's home.
(b) He was racist.
(c) His arrogant displays of wealth.
(d) He didn't like his writing.

4. After leaving the gas station, how does Bryson become lost?
(a) The roads were blocked off.
(b) He takes a "shortcut."
(c) He fell asleep at the wheel.
(d) He can't understand directions.

5. Who does Bryson observe inhabiting the most beautiful places in America?
(a) No one,
(b) Endangered animals.
(c) The wealthiest people.
(d) The poorest people.

Short Answer Questions

1. Bryson is usually _______ by college towns.

2. What pop-culture medium does Bryson claim paints southerners in a bad light?

3. What is the Mississippi police officer trying to ask Bryson in his thick accent?

4. Bryson goes on a tangent comparing the American health care system to _______.

5. Why did Bryson's father choose to walk through the park at Gettysburg?

(see the answer key)

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