Leiningen Versus the Ants

What does Leiningen's victory over the ants symbolize?

• The superiority of machines over nature

• The triumph of human will and intelligence

• The destructive nature of colonialism

• The futility of fighting against nature

What was the initial reaction of Leiningen's men when they perceived the approach of the long-expected foe?

• They were terrified and wanted to flee.

• They were calm and prepared to fight.

• They were confused and unsure of what to do.

• They were excited and eager to engage.

Leiningen managed to restore his men's loss of heart by:

• Giving them a motivational speech

• Offering them extra pay

• Threatening them with punishment

• Leading by example

Leiningen decided to do what if the blighters decided to rush the ditch?

• Retreat

• Fight back

• Flood the ditch

• Call for help

What was the significance of the "horseshoe" ends of the ditch in the battle against the ants?

• They trapped the ants effectively.

• They allowed the soldiers to cross easily.

• They were used to store supplies.

• They marked the boundary of the battlefield.

What was the final outcome of the immense flood of ants pouring into the ditch?

• The ants drowned.

• The ants formed a bridge.

• The ants were eaten by birds.

• The ants retreated.

What measures did Leiningen take to prevent another surprise attack by the ants?

• He built a moat around his plantation.

• He used fire to create a barrier.

• He evacuated the area.

• He used chemicals to repel the ants.

What did Leiningen observe about the ants' behavior on the far bank of the ditch?

• They were retreating.

• They were building a bridge.

• They were swimming across.

• They were digging a tunnel.

Leiningen deduced about the ants' strategy from their behavior that:

• They were retreating.

• They were planning a direct attack.

• They were trying to outflank him.

• They were giving up.

What is the primary theme of 'Leiningen Versus the Ants'?

• The power of nature over man

• The triumph of human ingenuity and determination

• The inevitability of defeat

• The importance of teamwork