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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. As "They Tore Down the Polo Grounds in 1964" ends, where are Ray and Salinger about to travel?
(a) New York.
(b) Iowa.
(c) Clevland.
(d) Minnesota.

2. In the beginning of the book, how does Ray prevent his grass from being ruined in a freeze?
(a) By spraying water on it to freeze it.
(b) Trick question! The turf is ruined by a freeze.
(c) By mowing it in the middle of the night to knock the frost off.
(d) By keeping the floodlights on to keep it above freezing.

3. Where is Eddie Scissons buried?
(a) In the cemetery in Iowa City.
(b) In left field.
(c) He is cremated.
(d) Behind the dugouts.

4. As the first game comes to an end, what does Shoeless Joe ask Ray?
(a) "Where is the rest of the field?"
(b) "Can I come back again?"
(c) "Where did your father play baseball?"
(d) "Is this heaven?"

5. How long does it take Ray to achieve the right turf?
(a) One summer.
(b) Two years.
(c) Three years.
(d) One year.

Short Answer Questions

1. With what title does Moonlight Graham sign a questionnaire?

2. What is Moonlight Graham's first name?

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

4. Who first notices Shoeless Joe when he appears on the field?

5. Where does Ray's father settle after returning from World War I?

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