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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. The death of which historical figure is marked by a piece of marble sitting by a roadside?
(a) Annie Oakley.
(b) George Washington.
(c) Tecumseh.
(d) Teddy Roosevelt.

2. What plans to Vanessa and Dirk make?
(a) To co-author a book.
(b) To go to the same college.
(c) To always vacation in Michigan.
(d) To get married.

3. Grandpa Nye once had a brief career as a ___________________.
(a) Welder.
(b) Surveyor.
(c) Newspaper reporter.
(d) Mechanic.

4. Where are Vanessa and her grandfather when he tells her the story of her ancestors again?
(a) The local Starbucks.
(b) The front porch of his house.
(c) Driving in the car.
(d) Taking a walk.

5. Who did Grandpa Nye marry?
(a) Laura Washburn.
(b) Laura Washington.
(c) Laura Wellington.
(d) Lauren Washburn.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the author of THE DEAD OF THE HOUSE?

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

3. James DeGolyer came to Canada, moved to Massachusetts and eventually settled in _____________.

4. What do Vanessa and Grandpa Nye enjoy together as if in some Indian ritual?

5. In what year do Vanessa's ancestors come to America?

(see the answer key)

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