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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. What does Andy say could have been the source of the noise they heard?
(a) Dynamite from a nearby mine
(b) A train
(c) An artillery range
(d) A truck

2. What kind of dog does Laurie believe he hears?
(a) A greyhound
(b) A poodle
(c) A St. Bernard
(d) A Labrador

3. Where does Angela say she's going as she leaves the house?
(a) She's going to Emma's
(b) She's going to exercise her pony
(c) She doesn't say
(d) She's going to join the Trippies

4. What does Martha pull from her purse when she sees Laurie is in trouble?
(a) A can of Mace
(b) A pistol
(c) A chain for hypnotizing Ian
(d) A cell phone

5. What is the nickname Nathanael's parents use for him in informal situations?
(a) Nate
(b) Natty
(c) El
(d) There isn't one

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How many landings of the Tripods were there in the initial contact?

3. What are Pa and Martha drinking while listening to the television broadcasts?

4. What does the author say is often the key to winning a battle?

5. Why does Laurie believe the attacks on the Tripods are not televised?

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