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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. How old is Nick in this story?
(a) 17.
(b) 11.
(c) 21.
(d) 12.

2. By what method is Nick traveling?
(a) Plane.
(b) Car.
(c) Bus.
(d) Train.

3. Where did the wood come from?
(a) It was dropped by a logging company.
(b) It was cut down by Nick's father.
(c) It was bought at a mill.
(d) It was brought in down the river.

4. What lie does Nick's father tell his wife?
(a) Somebody ran into the car.
(b) He won't drink anymore.
(c) He gave up smoking.
(d) The other man tried to start the fight.

5. What is the setting for this story?
(a) Restaurant.
(b) Train station.
(c) Ski lodge.
(d) Fishing camp.

Short Answer Questions

1. How was Nick injured?

2. Why is the Preface written?

3. Who is the girl that Nick is interested in?

4. Who gives Nick and Littless money for their trip?

5. In what ways does Nick show that he has a great appreciation for nature?

(see the answer key)

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