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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 name of the boat belonging to Vanessa's friends at the lake?
(a) Smooth Sailin'.
(b) The Terminator.
(c) Annabel Lee.
(d) Sail on.

2. In what year do Vanessa's ancestors come to America?
(a) 1972.
(b) 1910.
(c) 1840.
(d) 1776.

3. What does Vanessa find in the pocket of her jacket?
(a) Dead leaves.
(b) Stone and sand.
(c) A dollar.
(d) A pinecone.

4. How old is Grandpa Nye at this point in the story?
(a) 89.
(b) 69.
(c) 60.
(d) 79.

5. What has Grandpa Nye always considered to be his friends during his life?
(a) Butterflies.
(b) Rivers and lakes.
(c) Dogs.
(d) Army buddies.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the L F B M Club?

2. Who is Vanessa's best friend?

3. What mood does Uncle Joab's poetry create in Vanessa?

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

5. What does Vanessa do in her bedroom?

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