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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 5 & 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Ellie say to Kevin that she says is "stupid and unforgivable?"
(a) That he's a baby.
(b) That they're all scared.
(c) That there's nothing to be afraid of.
(d) That he can stay behind if he's scared.

2. Why does Ellie say they never camp directly beside a creek?
(a) Because the sound of running water will drown out other noises.
(b) Because people travel the creek banks and they are more likely to be found.
(c) Because there's a danger of flooding.
(d) Because there's a danger of snakes.

3. What kind of vegetable does Ellie say Kevin looks like after they announce their plans to attack the airport?
(a) A Jerusalem artichoke.
(b) A squash.
(c) A butter bean.
(d) An eggplant.

4. Why does Ellie say Lee is "burning" for action?
(a) He found out his parents have been died.
(b) He is seeking revenge for the loss of his farm.
(c) He hates the invading army.
(d) He is always anxious to be moving.

5. How does Ellie get out of the truck once it stops moving?
(a) She goes through a hatch that open on top of the truck.
(b) She goes through a hatch that opens under the truck.
(c) She goes through a hatch into the cab.
(d) She goes through the back door.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Kevin find in the little storage room?

2. Why does Ellie want the group to go toward Holloway?

3. What is Kevin's reaction when Ellie tells him they're at the Wirrawee Airfield?

4. Why does Lee say they can't jump out of the truck while it's moving?

5. What does Ellie say they'd tried to do this airport already?

(see the answer key)

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