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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2: Chapter 1.
Multiple Choice Questions
1. What is the unspoken motivation for Steinbeck's decision to make the trip?
(a) He is growing older and may not get another chance.
(b) He made a bet with himself to do it by his 60th birthday.
(c) He needs some time alone to think.
(d) He wants to surprise his college roommate.
2. What is the final prerequisite for travelers?
(a) Decide upon directions and destinations
(b) Confirm hotel reservations
(c) Purchase traveler's checks
(d) Get the car serviced
3. What kind of dog does Charley encounter at the rest area?
(a) Jack Russell Terrier
(b) Dachshund
(c) Schnauzer
(d) Pomeranian
4. What is wrong with Steinbeck's travel to these cities?
(a) It is not the great expanse of the entire United States.
(b) It is getting more and more expensive to make the trips.
(c) It is a boring routine.
(d) It takes too much time out of his schedule.
5. What is the traveler's second prerequisite for traveling?
(a) Ask the neighbors to feed your pets
(b) Planning the trip in time and space
(c) Stop mail and newspaper delivery
(d) Getting cheap airfare
Short Answer Questions
1. What infuriates Steinbeck about a neighbor's boat anchoring prior to the storm?
2. What does Steinbeck consider himself to be?
3. Where does Steinbeck live?
4. What does Steinbeck think as the date for his departure approaches?
5. Why does Steinbeck essentially ignore his doctors' advice?
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