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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 15 & 16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What kind of tree does Ellie sit in for the first part of her watch?
(a) Redbud.
(b) Persimmon.
(c) Oak.
(d) Peppercorn.

2. What does Lee do that brings a halt to his conversation with Ellie about where he's been going and what he's doing?
(a) He goes into the bathroom and closes the door.
(b) He goes to help Kevin in the garden.
(c) He turns over, obviously going to sleep.
(d) He picks up his book and begins to read.

3. What is Ellie's reaction when she realizes Homer is going to try to ram the fence?
(a) She believes the truck will turn over.
(b) She knows they won't make it.
(c) She believes it's the right thing.
(d) She doesn't believe the truck is big enough to break through.

4. What movie does Fi quote as she and Ellie are talking about love?
(a) Strangers on a Train.
(b) The Sound of Music.
(c) Fiddler on the Roof.
(d) Gone with the Wind.

5. Why does Ellie say they left the radio at Grandma's house in the opening pages of chapter sixteen?
(a) They can't risk the kids getting it.
(b) The radio is too heavy for them to carry.
(c) They are afraid it will rain and the radio will get wet.
(d) They want Kevin to use it while they are away.

Short Answer Questions

1. Ellie compares the Wirrawee Airfield to what?

2. What is the name of the river Ellie and the others use to get farther from the airport?

3. What is the whistle the members of Ellie's group uses for a signal?

4. Why does Ellie usually hate the idea of having a map?

5. How many soldiers are in the group that runs past Ellie and the others as they are hiding?

(see the answer key)

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