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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through They Tore Down the Polo Grounds in 1964.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. There is something different between Ray's field and others he played on during his life. What is it?
(a) The shape of the outfield is different.
(b) The type of bats.
(c) The field has lights.
(d) The outfield fence is much higher.

2. Who joins Ray to watch the first game?
(a) Karin.
(b) Annie.
(c) No one.
(d) Ray's dog.

3. In his second vision, what professional baseball park is Ray seated in?
(a) Fenway Park in Boston.
(b) The Polo Grounds in New York.
(c) Yankee Stadium in New York.
(d) Comiskey Park in Chicago.

4. In "They Tore Down the Polo Grounds in 1964", we learn about a member of Ray's family. Who is this person?
(a) A sister named Abigail.
(b) A twin brother named Richard.
(c) A cousin also named Ray.
(d) An older brother named Matthew.

5. Which famous baseball player picked Shoeless Joe as the greatest left fielder of all time?
(a) Babe Ruth.
(b) Ty Cobb.
(c) Willie Mays.
(d) Mickey Mantle.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Ray feel is ironic about Fenway Park?

2. Where is Ray's gun when he convinces Salinger to join him?

3. How many times does Ray hear the voice's first instructions?

4. In what state is Shoeless Joe seen playing in a "tenth rate commercial league"?

5. Where does Ray believe J.D. Salinger lives?

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