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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through In My Grandfather's House.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Vanessa's great-great-grandmother thought moving to America was a _____________ idea.
(a) Splendid.
(b) Ridiculous.
(c) Possible.
(d) Fine.

2. How are the lawns around Grandpa Nye's house described?
(a) Not landscaped.
(b) Showy.
(c) Overgrown.
(d) Manicured.

3. What does Vanessa consider Grandpa Nye's lawn to be?
(a) A showplace.
(b) An embarrassment.
(c) An outward sign.
(d) A cry for help.

4. Who persuades Grandpa Nye's grandfather to move from Canada to Ohio?
(a) His boss.
(b) His father-in-law.
(c) One of his wife's cousins.
(d) His brother.

5. Who is the author of THE DEAD OF THE HOUSE?
(a) Hannah Grieshop.
(b) Hannah Green.
(c) Hannah Greer.
(d) Hannah Montana.

Short Answer Questions

1. Grandpa had his theories of creationism tested by Alfred Russel Wallace, ____________ partner.

2. Who did Grandpa Nye marry after the death of Grandmother Nye?

3. What was the L F B M Club?

4. Vanessa has the ______________ of a person far beyond her years.

5. How many pictures of Grandmother Nye are hanging in the house?

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