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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Soldier Home: Summer People.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What thought scared Nick when he was alone?
(a) His mother had cancer.
(b) He would die young.
(c) He would die one day.
(d) His father was going to war.

2. Who is the orderly Nick talks to during the night?
(a) Jordan.
(b) James.
(c) Jack.
(d) John.

3. What does Nick call Kate after they have sex?
(a) Lover.
(b) Sweetheart.
(c) Slut.
(d) Honey.

4. What does Nick admire in the uncivilized area?
(a) A mountain view.
(b) A stream with trout.
(c) Wildflowers.
(d) Butterflies.

5. Which of the following does Nick NOT do in the uncivilized area?
(a) Finds a camping spot.
(b) Cooks dinner.
(c) Sends up flares.
(d) Goes to sleep.

Short Answer Questions

1. When was this story published?

2. What town is the location of this story?

3. Nick says that every time he went to battle, he ____________.

4. Who is Nick reminded of when crossing the Mississippi?

5. Who has left the town in this story?

(see the answer key)

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