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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. In what season does Vanessa read Uncle Joab's poetry outside?
(a) Autumn.
(b) Spring.
(c) Winter.
(d) Summer.

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

3. What is the first book Grandpa Nye ever read?
(a) Gullver's Travels.
(b) Robinson Crusoe.
(c) Oliver Twist.
(d) Arabian Nights.

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

5. For what does Grandpa Nye remain passionate?
(a) Antiques.
(b) Books.
(c) Wine.
(d) Cars.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of Grandpa Nye's book?

2. From what city does Dirk ship out to service?

3. The death of which historical figure is marked by a piece of marble sitting by a roadside?

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

5. What does Vanessa consider Grandpa Nye's lawn to be?

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