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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 4 and 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is the panelist who is critical of the idea that the Tripods don't have infrared capabilities?
(a) A biologist
(b) An astronomer
(c) A chemist
(d) A science fiction writer

2. How does the Tripod destroy the house?
(a) By smashing it with a tentacle
(b) It doesn't destroy it
(c) By stepping on it
(d) By burning it with a laser

3. What does the newscaster say will be the way to overcome the Tripods?
(a) Free men and women joining to fight
(b) Retaining control of the airports
(c) Regaining control of the military
(d) People pleading with their family to return home

4. What are Pa and Martha drinking while listening to the television broadcasts?
(a) Soda
(b) Lemonade
(c) Whiskey
(d) Coffee

5. What does Angela do while Dr. Monmouth is talking to Laurie and the others?
(a) Plays with her dolls
(b) Sneaks out of the house
(c) Goes for a walk
(d) Watches the Trippy show

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Laurie say that can't be the case?

2. Who is Wild Bill?

3. What causes Angela to attack Laurie?

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

5. What happens to the dragon in the Trippy Show?

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