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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Summer Afternoon, Summer Afternoon.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what month does Dirk visit Vanessa's family while on furlough?
(a) June.
(b) March.
(c) October.
(d) December.

2. What is the first book Grandpa Nye ever read?
(a) Arabian Nights.
(b) Oliver Twist.
(c) Gullver's Travels.
(d) Robinson Crusoe.

3. What is Vanessa's sister's name?
(a) Linda.
(b) Lisa.
(c) Lily.
(d) Lauren.

4. Who betrayed James DeGolyer while on a scouting expedition in Canada?
(a) His brother.
(b) A scout.
(c) Two Indians.
(d) His captain.

5. Which of the following did Grandpa Nye not do during his explorations as a young man?
(a) Climb Mt. Everest.
(b) Hike through forests.
(c) Go whitewater rafting.
(d) Sit with Indians around campfires.

Short Answer Questions

1. From what city does Dirk ship out to service?

2. How old is Grandpa Nye at this point in the story?

3. What does Vanessa find in the pocket of her jacket?

4. For what does Grandpa Nye remain passionate?

5. Whose spirit does Vanessa feel in the room as she views books and engravings in Grandpa Nye's library?

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