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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 16-19.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following is NOT one of the crucial supplies Nat seeks to collect?
(a) Water.
(b) Food.
(c) Fuel.
(d) Light.

2. According to the announcer, what is the most important step citizens should take to protect themselves against the bird attacks?
(a) Nothing – they should go about their regular lives.
(b) Barricade their homes.
(c) Stock up on guns and ammo.
(d) Ensure they have enough food and water.

3. According to Nat’s calculation, how long will each “lull” between attacks last?
(a) 12 hours.
(b) 2 hours.
(c) 10 hours.
(d) 6 hours.

4. During the third attack, what does Nat find smoldering in the kitchen fire?
(a) Rodents.
(b) The children’s clothing.
(c) Birds.
(d) The mattress.

5. What does Nat find most annoying about the radio news broadcaster?
(a) The terror he inflicts on listeners.
(b) His stuttering speech.
(c) His accent.
(d) The suaveness of his voice.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which animals are described as “distressed” when Nat arrives at the farm?

2. During which month does the story open?

3. When Nat exits the house to collect supplies, what does he notice about the land birds?

4. Why can’t Nat bury the bird bodies in his back garden?

5. How does Nat enter the Trigg home?

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