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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who ultimately kills the men who are attacking the two women?

2. Why does the narrator say that he recounted the story of his brother?

3. What does the narrator's brother think happens to the narrator after news reports of the Martians reach town?

4. How many Martians initially attack nearby the night after the narrator's brother is introduced?

5. Where does the narrator find food after he meets with the soldier for the second time?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Based on the character of the curate, what do you think H.G. Wells is trying to say about religion in this novel?

Essay Topic 2

Research all of the scientific claims the narrator makes in War of the Worlds. Analyze whether or not each of these claims could be accurate.

Essay Topic 3

Describe and analyze how H.G. Wells uses symbolism in War of the Worlds.

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