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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 11 & 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Ellie know the two men she encounters outside the barracks are officers?
(a) They have officer insignia on their caps.
(b) They have gold braid and are walking casually.
(c) They are driving a jeep.
(d) They are marching and yelling at other soldiers.

2. Who suggests the group hid inside the truck once they realize they can't get away without being seen?
(a) Homer.
(b) Ellie.
(c) Kevin.
(d) Fi.

3. How does Ellie discover the first jeep is chasing them?
(a) She sees it in the rearview mirror.
(b) Lee points it out.
(c) The men in the jeep shoot at the truck.
(d) Fi screams and points it out.

4. What are the officers doing in the barracks?
(a) Looking for something to eat.
(b) Looking for a missing soldier.
(c) Taking a nap.
(d) Inspecting.

5. What does Ellie say is the danger in driving too fast?
(a) They might bring attention to themselves.
(b) They might stall the engines.
(c) They might lose control of the trucks and wreck.
(d) They might miss their turn.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Ellie say she hopes they are taken to Wirrawee if they are captured?

2. Why does Ellie say they return to the river the next morning to travel?

3. Ellie makes a comparison between the group and the jets, saying she and the others are like ants. What does she say the jets are like?

4. When are the teens supposed to contact Finley again?

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

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