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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. 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.

2. After the second attack, what does Nat realize is controlling the birds’ behavior?
(a) The wind.
(b) The moon.
(c) The tide.
(d) The sun.

3. When Nat exits the house to collect supplies, what does he notice about the land birds?
(a) Their feathers have a red sheen, likely from their victims’ blood.
(b) They don’t communicate with each other.
(c) They simply stare at him, apathetic to attack.
(d) Their eyes have turned black, as if they’re evil.

4. Where does Nat find the farmhand’s body?
(a) In the garage.
(b) In the barn.
(c) On the lawn.
(d) In the house.

5. While driving home from the farm, whose body does Mrs. Hocken spot, and request Nat drive carefully around?
(a) The postman.
(b) The news announcer.
(c) The bus driver.
(d) The milkman.

6. Why does Nat whistle and sing while preparing dinner for his family?
(a) He always whistles when he’s nervous.
(b) He is happy about the broadcast.
(c) He doesn’t know what else to do.
(d) He doesn’t want to frighten them.

7. Why does Mrs. Hocken forbid Nat from gathering supplies at the Trigg home?
(a) She doesn’t like the Triggs.
(b) She thinks they have enough supplies as it is.
(c) She doesn’t want to be left alone.
(d) It's too dangerous.

8. Why does the character in question 74 think an army attack would be a waste?
(a) There are too many birds. to fight against
(b) The birds aren’t really a threat.
(c) The army has more important things to do.
(d) The army should never get involved in national defense.

9. After battling birds in the kitchen, what does Nat ask his wife for?
(a) A massage.
(b) A sandwich.
(c) A beer.
(d) A cigarette.

10. After the frightening broadcast, what meal does Nat make to cheer his children?
(a) Grilled hot dogs.
(b) Spaghetti and meatballs.
(c) Beans on toast.
(d) Toasted cheese.

11. What is the name of the farmhand killed on the Trigg farm?
(a) James.
(b) John.
(c) Jim.
(d) Jack.

12. Between attacks, how is the sky frequently described?
(a) As sunny and clear.
(b) As crisp and bright.
(c) As gray and stormy.
(d) As wet and cloudy.

13. While collecting supplies, what reason does Nat realize the birds have for not attacking him?
(a) They are waiting for the tide to turn.
(b) The attacks have mysteriously stopped.
(c) They are only interested in small children.
(d) They are gorged with food.

14. Before signing off for the afternoon, when does the announcer promise to resume broadcast?
(a) 7 o’clock am.
(b) Midnight.
(c) Noon.
(d) 6 o’clock pm.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Nat enter the Trigg home?

2. Why does Mrs. Hocken insist on being taken to the farm with Nat?

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

4. How many journeys does Nat make between the farm and his home, loading up his car with supplies?

5. What does Nat realize the droning during dinner really is?

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