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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 11-16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At three o’clock, Nat sees that the sky is “colorless.” What does he compare it to?
(a) Salt.
(b) Feathers.
(c) Snow.
(d) Teeth.

2. What wind does Nat claim brought the birds to his neighborhood?
(a) The west wind.
(b) The south wind.
(c) The east wind.
(d) The north wind.

3. At the story’s opening, how does Nat describe the birds’ strange behavior?
(a) As haunting.
(b) As confused.
(c) As violent.
(d) As restless.

4. Which adjective best describes the announcer’s voice during his afternoon broadcast?
(a) Terrified.
(b) Apathetic.
(c) Excited.
(d) Solemn.

5. In the face of impending attacks, what does the announcer ask the population to do?
(a) Embrace their loved ones.
(b) Remain calm.
(c) Pray.
(d) Fight like hell.

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of land does Nat live on?

2. After the second attack, what does Nat realize is controlling the birds’ behavior?

3. What frightens the children enough for Nat to shout at them to “Stop crying”?

4. Who does Mrs. Trigg suggest Nat should call to find out the reason behind the bird attacks?

5. Why doesn’t Mrs. Hocken immediately open the door for Nat when he runs home?

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