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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Oldest Living Chicago Cub.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Ray describes falling in love with Iowa as a religious experience, but why can't he talk about it?
(a) Ray isn't very religious and doesn't know if it was "real" or not.
(b) Ray never talks about it.
(c) It's too personal to talk about.
(d) It's hard to talk about a religious experience when you are being sprayed with a hose.

2. Who does the announcer say is the White Sox catcher?
(a) Yogi Berra.
(b) Johnny Bench.
(c) Babe Ruth.
(d) Johnny Kinsella.

3. What did Doc Graham always carry with him?
(a) His stethescope.
(b) His umbrella.
(c) His briefcase.
(d) His perscription pad.

4. What does JD Salinger describe writers as?
(a) Magicians.
(b) Thiefs.
(c) Poets.
(d) Jesters.

5. What could JD Salinger write an article about that would make its members weep with pride?
(a) A yacht club.
(b) A church they drove past on their drive.
(c) A restaurant across the street from the ball park.
(d) A country club located near Fenway Park.

Short Answer Questions

1. After seeing the baseball game for the first time, what does Salinger offer Ray?

2. After Ray returns from his road trip with Salinger, why is Richard in town?

3. How long did Moonlight Graham play in the majors?

4. During the argument in "The Oldest Living Chicago Cub" between Mark and Ray, what is revealed about Eddie Scissons?

5. What does Salinger ask Ray multiple times before he agrees to join him at the baseball game?

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