Answer:
I racked a shotgun, two rifles, and a couple of fishing rods in my truck. . .
Explanation:
In this passage, the author warns us of a potential danger related to "moving about the country." The author tells us that someone travelling in this way would most likely raise questions. The solution that the author finds for this is getting a shotgun, two rifles and a couple of fishing rods. The implication is that these items will help him defend himself if the need arises.
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