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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At what time is the news broadcast in the evening?
(a) Six o’clock.
(b) Ten o’clock.
(c) Eight o’clock.
(d) There is no evening broadcast.

2. Throughout the story, whom does Nat often order to “do what I tell you”?
(a) His children.
(b) His neighbors.
(c) His wife.
(d) His boss.

3. After the first attack, what part of the children’s body does Nat realize the birds were trying to attack?
(a) Their chests.
(b) Their eyes.
(c) Their throats.
(d) Their legs.

4. What lighthearted offer does Mr. Trigg make to Nat for the next morning?
(a) A shooting lesson.
(b) A feather jacket.
(c) A bird hat.
(d) A gull breakfast.

5. What reason does Nat give Jill as to why the birds won’t attack them on their way to the farm?
(a) Because the tide hasn’t turned
(b) Because the attacks are over now
(c) Because it’s light out
(d) Because they’re not hungry

Short Answer Questions

1. After the third attack, what emotion overcomes Nat?

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

3. When Mrs. Hocken hears droning during dinner, what does she think it is?

4. How does Nat react to the crashing sound, which ends the droning?

5. Which of the following is NOT one of the crucial supplies Nat seeks to collect?

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