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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One: Page 39 through 69.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the name of the pilot in Father's favorite book, "Life on the Mississippi"?
(a) Mr. Loo.
(b) Mr. Pennywise.
(c) Mr. Bixby.
(d) Mr. Trafalger.

2. During which season of the year do Annie and her sisters move in with their grandparents?
(a) Summer.
(b) Winter.
(c) Fall.
(d) Spring.

3. Which of the following founding fathers first scouted the city of Pittsburgh?
(a) George Washington.
(b) James Madison.
(c) Alexander Hamilton.
(d) John Adams.

4. Where do the Sheehys live in proximity to the Dillards?
(a) Across the street.
(b) Behind them.
(c) Around the corner.
(d) Next door.

5. Which of the following sports does Jo Anne Sheehy participate in?
(a) Field hockey.
(b) Ice skating.
(c) Lacrosse.
(d) Water polo.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old are Annie's parents when Annie thinks they are "saggy and decrepit"?

2. Which of the following types of trees line Annie's neighborhood streets?

3. Which of the following best describes Pittsburgh when it first sprung up as a settlement?

4. In which century was the city of Pittsburgh founded?

5. What position did Father have during the war when he was fighting?

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