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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 6-10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As he watches the birds fly closer, what does Nat realize is their target?
(a) The school.
(b) The farm.
(c) The hospital.
(d) The church.

2. Throughout the story, whom does Nat often order to “do what I tell you”?
(a) His neighbors.
(b) His children.
(c) His boss.
(d) His wife.

3. When he sees the birds heading inland, who does Nat telephone?
(a) The operator.
(b) The prime minister.
(c) The police.
(d) The news broadcaster.

4. How many days does Nat work on the farm?
(a) 6.
(b) 3.
(c) 7.
(d) 1.

5. How does Jill get to school each day?
(a) By bus.
(b) By bicycle.
(c) By carpool.
(d) By walking.

Short Answer Questions

1. Apart from food, water, and wood what supply does Nat realize his family is low on?

2. When Nat phones about the birds flying inland, how does the voice on the other end sound?

3. During the attacks, where does Nat decide his family should sleep?

4. How does Nat react to his wife’s news?

5. When does Nat most frequently pass time watching the birds?

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