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

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

3. Where is Vanessa headed when the story picks up in October?
(a) School.
(b) The library.
(c) A birthday party.
(d) Grandpa Nye's house.

4. What does Vanessa's mother talk to her about while Dirk is in town?
(a) Sex.
(b) Make up.
(c) Fashion.
(d) College.

5. What outward sign does Vanessa think Grandpa Nye's lawn signifies?
(a) He still has a good eye for detail.
(b) He needs some help around the house.
(c) He is different from everybody else.
(d) He is an artist at heart.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Vanessa share with the reader at the beginning of the story?

2. Instead of going to bed, Vaness and Lisa ____________________.

3. What news do Vanessa and Janey hear on the radio?

4. What does Vanessa do in her bedroom?

5. In which religion did Vanessa's great-great-grandfather preach?

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