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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When does Harry start building the bomb shelter?
(a) After his family's summer vacation.
(b) Before Colin's birthday.
(c) After his neighbors were robbed.
(d) After he gets a bonus at work.

2. How was Harry able to take his family to the seashore in Part 1, Chapter 3?
(a) He had to stay with a friend.
(b) He had to use his retirement savings.
(c) He had to work overtime.
(d) He had to borrow money.

3. What happened when the Savilles and their neighbors went into Harry's bomb shelter in Part 1, Chapter 4?
(a) The roof collapsed.
(b) The door wouldn't close.
(c) It was flooded.
(d) The door wouldn't open.

4. Why was Colin's mother in the hospital?
(a) She broke a bone.
(b) She was having a baby.
(c) She needed surgery.
(d) She was depressed.

5. How does Harry feel toward Mr. Reagan?
(a) He is jealous of him.
(b) He is intimidated by him.
(c) He admires him.
(d) He is afraid of him.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who helps the Savilles manage their grief over losing Andrew?

2. Where does Colin stay when his mother is in the hospital in Part 1, Chapter 5?

3. What does Ellen's mother think girls should do?

4. How many bunk beds does Harry put in the bomb shelter?

5. After the casts come off Harry's legs, what does he ask Mr. Reagan for?

(see the answer key)

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