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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 10 through 14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Bryson's opinion, what explains the stupidity of students?
(a) Their parents are absent.
(b) Their teachers are too young.
(c) They do too many drugs.
(d) There are no decent bookshops.

2. Bryson finds that most items advertised in the New York Times are _____.
(a) Expensive.
(b) Junk.
(c) Fancy.
(d) Fake.

3. The road between Warm Springs to Macon isn't particularly ______.
(a) Smooth.
(b) Safe.
(c) Scenic.
(d) Straight.

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

5. Where is Bryson forced to eat in Carbondale?
(a) McDonald's.
(b) Pizza Hut.
(c) A hot dog stand.
(d) Vern's.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Bryson envy about Hal and Lucia?

2. In Tupelo, which famous home does Bryson visit?

3. Who are the Melungeons?

4. Why does Bryson believe women are good at operating Mount Vernon?

5. What prompts Bryson to return to the land of his youth?

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