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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book One, Chapters 21-27.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What gymnastic trick does Van help Lucette do?
(a) Do a somersault.
(b) Walk on her hands.
(c) Do a cartwheel.
(d) Balance-walk on a tree branch.

2. In what Manhattan landmark building did Dan propose to Marina in 1871?
(a) The first Manhattan brownstone.
(b) The first Manhattan glass-walled building.
(c) The first commercial apartment building in Manhattan.
(d) The first ten-floor Manhattan building.

3. What garment of clothing does Van chide Ada for not wearing?
(a) Underwear.
(b) Gloves.
(c) Skirts.
(d) Hats.

4. What color are Ada's eyes?
(a) Brown.
(b) Black.
(c) Blue.
(d) Green.

5. What was Van wearing the first time she glimpsed him, before they met?
(a) A bathing suit and green towel.
(b) A gray shirt and shorts.
(c) A white sailor suit and blue cap.
(d) A black formal suit, hat, and gloves.

Short Answer Questions

1. How do Ada and Van keep their correspondence secret?

2. What article does Uncle Dan try to read?

3. Why does Ada tell stories at meals?

4. What do the two kids who find Marina's pressed-flower book decide to do with it?

5. Does Ada promise to be faithful while Van is gone?

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