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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Rapture of J.D. Salinger.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the end of "The Oldest Living Chicago Cub", Salinger gives a speech. Complete the following sentence: "I don't have to tell you that the one constant through all the years has been _____________."
(a) Family.
(b) Baseball.
(c) Music.
(d) Movies.

2. What does Ray say is his astrological sign?
(a) Hit and run.
(b) Steal.
(c) Gemini.
(d) Taurus.

3. At the end of the novel, what does Salinger promise Ray?
(a) That he will come back and tell Ray about heaven.
(b) That he will write again.
(c) That he will talk to Ray's father.
(d) That he will send pictures.

4. How would you describe the relationship between Salinger and Ray at the end of the novel?
(a) Antagonistic.
(b) Aloof.
(c) Tense.
(d) Friendly.

5. In a flashback, Ray remembers the first time he met Eddie Scissons. Where did he meet him?
(a) Montana.
(b) St. Pauls.
(c) Iowa City.
(d) Chicago.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Doc Graham's wife's name?

2. What does the voice first tell Ray in the beginning of the novel?

3. What compliment does Shoeless Joe give Ray about the field?

4. Who is Mark?

5. What season is it when Ray finishes building the full field?

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