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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 24-26.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Loomis reply when Ann asks about the tractor situation?
(a) He can't find a hand pump for the tire.
(b) They have to get a new battery from the store.
(c) He says he has not had time to fill the tank.
(d) He refuses to give her the key.

2. What does the man do at Burden Creek?
(a) Checks for radiation.
(b) Takes a bath.
(c) Takes some soil samples of the creek bed.
(d) Puts a chemical in the water.

3. What does Mr. Loomis seem upset about Ann doing while he was delirious?
(a) Taking time to move the stove.
(b) Going to the library.
(c) Going to church.
(d) Taking time to write in her journal.

4. For what is Loomis searching?
(a) His young son and daughter.
(b) Survivors.
(c) His wife.
(d) His parents.

5. Why does Ann play the piano that evening?
(a) She does not want to lose the skill she has.
(b) In the hopes it will soothe Mr. Loomis.
(c) She is bored.
(d) It makes her feel more hopeful.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is another thing the visitor does soon after examining the green leaves of a tree?

2. How many bags of fertilizer does Ann estimate are at the store?

3. Why does Ann begin recording the events of her day?

4. What does the man do after using the Geiger counter?

5. What intrigues the man as he is making breakfast?

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