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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 5 through 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The Dullard barmaid has "ready for sex written all over her face but better bring a _____ written all over her body."
(a) Fire extinguisher.
(b) Hamburger.
(c) Paper bag.
(d) Bouquet of flowers.

2. Why does the Dullard barmaid compliment Bryson on his good English?
(a) Because he seems a little depressed.
(b) Because she's flirting with him.
(c) Because she can't speak English.
(d) Because she believes he's a foreigner from Britain.

3. "Dullard" reminds Bryson of a movie in which the locals wait for what?
(a) God to come so they can be saved.
(b) A lone traveler to barbeque.
(c) A celebrity to pass through.
(d) Their big break.

4. Bryson states that people who pass through Des Moines and stay for years are confused, but _____ in their decision.
(a) Serene.
(b) Unaffected.
(c) Angry.
(d) Hostile.

5. Bryson says the three things that kill a farmer are: "lightning, rolling over in a tractor, and _____".
(a) Disease.
(b) Wild animals.
(c) Pyschos.
(d) Old age.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Bryson disappointed by Auburn, AL?

2. What annoys Bryson about all the signs in Beaufort?

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

4. In a small town, Bryson always finds a business or two named ______.

5. What thought comforts Bryson about the pushy seniors at the "Little White House"?

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