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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. In which religion did Vanessa's great-great-grandfather preach?
(a) Baptist.
(b) Catholic.
(c) Methodist.
(d) Episcopalian.

2. What was Vanessa's reaction to seeing her grandmother in her casket?
(a) She fainted.
(b) She wanted to kiss her.
(c) She cried.
(d) She went into hysterics.

3. Miss Janice had been _________________ in Grandpa and Grandmother Nye's home.
(a) The nanny.
(b) The cook.
(c) The housekeeper.
(d) The secretary.

4. Vanessa's only recollection of Grandmother Nye is seeing her ____________________.
(a) Knitting.
(b) Baking pies.
(c) Playing croquet.
(d) Lying in her casket.

5. Who is the narrator of the story?
(a) Vanessa Niley.
(b) Veronica Nye.
(c) Vanessa Nyberg.
(d) Vanessa Nye.

Short Answer Questions

1. Grandpa Nye's grandfather married the daughter of __________________________.

2. What outward sign does Vanessa think Grandpa Nye's lawn signifies?

3. How did the L F B M Club members swear their faithfulness?

4. How many of Grandpa Nye's children died?

5. From whom did Vanessa's great-great-grandfather receive a message?

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