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