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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. What is the topic of Grandpa Nye's story today?
(a) Learning to speak French in Quebec.
(b) The family's move from Quebec to Cincinnati.
(c) The family's first Christmas in America.
(d) Learning how to skate in Ohio.

2. What is the name of Vanessa's grandfather?
(a) Grandfather Shannon.
(b) Grandfather Williams.
(c) Grandfather Nye.
(d) Grandfather Nyberg.

3. Where does the family go to dinner the night before they leave for vacation?
(a) McDonald's.
(b) Olive Garden.
(c) Grandpa Nye's house.
(d) Buck's Diner.

4. What was Vanessa's great-great-grandfather's profession?
(a) Architect.
(b) Lawyer.
(c) Professor.
(d) Minister.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What topic especially intrigues Grandpa Nye about history?

2. What does Vanessa do to help the war effort?

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

4. Who is Vanessa's best friend?

5. What was the message given to Vanessa's great-great-grandfather?

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