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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Shoeless Joe Jackson Comes to Iowa.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Ray describes what article of clothing as being "painted on" Annie's skin?
(a) A small cross.
(b) An Iowa State sweatshirt.
(c) Blue jeans.
(d) Tennis shoes.

2. What sound startles Ray as he watches the first game on the field?
(a) The crack of a bat as he was busy watching Shoeless Joe.
(b) A screen door slamming shut.
(c) A scream of a wild animal.
(d) The ball ricocheting against the outfield wall.

3. As Shoeless Joe talks about playing in the major leagues, Ray remembers falling in love with the land of Iowa. What is his memory of?
(a) Planting corn for the first time.
(b) His first harvest.
(c) Planting a garden for Annie.
(d) Eating a meal with food he grew himself.

4. Where does Ray go to learn more about taking care of a baseball field?
(a) New York.
(b) Minneapolis.
(c) Chicago.
(d) Iowa City.

5. How does a famous baseball writer describe Shoeless Joe Jackson and a piece of his equipment?
(a) His glove is the place where triples go to die.
(b) His eyes never met a pitch he couldn't hit.
(c) He runs too fast for his shoes to stay on.
(d) His bat cracks like Zues' lightning.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which famous baseball player picked Shoeless Joe as the greatest left fielder of all time?

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

3. After returning from the war, which team does Ray's father quickly learn to love?

4. As the first game comes to an end, what does Shoeless Joe ask Ray?

5. What does Shoeless Joe watch for during a game?

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