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

2. Which branch of the military does Dirk join?
(a) Navy.
(b) Air Force.
(c) Army.
(d) Marines.

3. What does Vanessa's father show the kids at the lake how to do?
(a) Shoot craps.
(b) Sail a boat.
(c) Bait a hook.
(d) Build a fire.

4. How can Grandpa Nye's lawn be described?
(a) Wild.
(b) Unpretentious.
(c) Manicured.
(d) Small.

5. Which of the following is not a summer activity at the lake?
(a) Dancing.
(b) Sailing.
(c) Swimming.
(d) Fires at the beach.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what season does Vanessa read Uncle Joab's poetry outside?

2. What does Vanessa's mother talk to her about while Dirk is in town?

3. What does Vanessa want to be when she finishes school?

4. How did Grandpa Nye travel across Canada as a young man?

5. What nationality was James DeGolyer?

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