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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4, "Equipped".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Tom cook for WiIlie on that first day?
(a) Porridge.
(b) Sausage.
(c) Bacon.
(d) Stew.

2. Who does WIllie meet while he is in the yard in Chapter 1?
(a) The old lady neighbor.
(b) A young boy.
(c) A dog.
(d) The school teacher.

3. At the beginning of the novel, what is standing at the large iron gate of Tom's home?
(a) A small group of children.
(b) A pack of dogs.
(c) Soldiers.
(d) A large group of children.

4. Why do the country folk cover their windows at night?
(a) To keep the bombers from seeing targets.
(b) To keep invaders from their homes.
(c) To keep out the early morning sun.
(d) To keep out the light of the missle blasts.

5. What is Tom carrying that surprises the librarian?
(a) Comic books.
(b) A war poster.
(c) Paint supplies.
(d) A gas mask.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why doesn't Tom want to go into the paint store?

2. What surprise has Tom gotten for Willie while they are in town?

3. What happens to Willie while he sleeps in the opening of Chapter 3, "Saturday Morning"?

4. What kind of a character is Mrs. Fletcher?

5. What favor does Tom ask of the librarian?

(see the answer key)

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