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War of the Worlds by H. G. Wells
Contributed by: Worrall
  • 1. What creatures invade Earth in 'The War of the Worlds'?
A) Earthlings
B) Martians
C) Venusians
D) Lunarians
  • 2. What happens to the Martian machines at the end of the novel?
A) They self-destruct
B) They conquer Earth
C) They are destroyed by bacteria
D) They escape back to Mars
  • 3. What type of story is 'The War of the Worlds' primarily considered?
A) Fantasy
B) Historical fiction
C) Science fiction
D) Mystery
  • 4. Who first sees the Martians emerge from the cylinder?
A) The narrator
B) A scientist
C) A police officer
D) A soldier
  • 5. What societal issues does Wells critique in the novel?
A) Faith and religion
B) Trade and economy
C) Technology and progress
D) Imperialism and civilization
  • 6. Which city is the narrator trying to reach during the chaos?
A) Manchester
B) Birmingham
C) Woking
D) London
  • 7. How is the Martian invasion typically portrayed in the novel?
A) As a technological marvel
B) As a peaceful encounter
C) As a historical event
D) As a threat to humanity
  • 8. What is the fate of the narrator's brother?
A) He survives and escapes
B) He becomes a Martian
C) He is killed by the Martians
D) He is a soldier
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