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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3: Chapter 1 - 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Charley get at the hotel in Chicago?
(a) Play time with other dogs
(b) Special dog treats
(c) A good night's sleep
(d) A professional poodle grooming

2. What does Steinbeck name his camper?
(a) Steinmaster
(b) Rocinante
(c) Trigger
(d) Hi-ways

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

4. What is the occupation of Steinbeck's camping neighbor for the night?
(a) An auto executive
(b) A plastics salesman
(c) A Shakesperian performer
(d) A farming implements salesman

5. What happens to delay Steinbeck's plans?
(a) A blizzard hits New York.
(b) The camper's tires go flat.
(c) His wife needs emergency surgery.
(d) Hurricane Donna hits.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens to the neighboring boats after Steinbeck cuts the rope holding them together?

2. What infuriates Steinbeck about a neighbor's boat anchoring prior to the storm?

3. To what two cities does Steinbeck often fly?

4. What material is everything in the motel made of, with the exception of the bedding and curtains?

5. Who wants to accompany Steinbeck on the trip?

(see the answer key)

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