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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 6 and 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Martha get the money they need for tickets?
(a) She sells some jewelry
(b) She cashes a check
(c) She calls on a bank manager
(d) She draws on a credit card

2. How long is the family told they can stay in the country?
(a) They must leave immediately
(b) Indefinitely
(c) Seven days
(d) Six months

3. How is the family able to get through airport security?
(a) They say "Hail the Tripod" and are allowed to pass
(b) They are turned back until they relinquish their possessions
(c) They leave all their belongings behind
(d) There is no security check

4. Why does Laurie believe the attacks on the Tripods are not televised?
(a) Because they can't be destroyed
(b) Because people died in the attacks
(c) Because people are tired of watching it
(d) Because news cameras weren't allowed near

5. What does Laurie buy Ilse for her birthday gift?
(a) A card
(b) A doll
(c) A necklace
(d) Chocolate

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Laurie and his family spend the night?

2. How does Laurie greet Ilse when he first sees her?

3. What does the moon look like when Laurie makes his way to the window to see outside?

4. What does Pa do that he believes will render the Cap harmless?

5. How is the farmer dressed when he runs out of the house?

(see the answer key)

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