Exploring Dark They Were and Golden Eyed

What is the initial reaction of the Bittering family upon arriving on Mars?

• Excitement and joy

• Fear and unease

• Indifference

• Anger and frustration

What does Mr. Bittering feel might happen to his family in the Martian environment?

• They will become Martians

• They will find hidden treasures

• They will discover new species

• They will build a new city

What catastrophic event strands the Bittering family on Mars?

• A meteor shower

• An atom bomb hitting New York

• A Martian invasion

• A volcanic eruption

What does Mr. Bittering attempt to do to escape Mars?

• Build a spaceship

• Contact Martians

• Dig a tunnel

• Create a teleportation device

What changes do the Bittering family notice in their surroundings?

• The sky is turning green

• The ground is shaking

• The weather is becoming unpredictable

• The plants and animals are changing

What new name does Dan choose for himself?

• Little

• Luther

• Sam

• David

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What do the settlers do as they adapt to Mars?

• They build new rockets

• They move to Martian villas

• They start farming

• They create new laws

How do the settlers' physical appearances change over time?

• They become taller and thinner

• They develop green skin

• Their hair turns white

• Their eyes turn yellow

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What do the rescue team from Earth find when they arrive on Mars?

• A destroyed settlement

• A new Martian city

• A deserted town

• A thriving Earth colony

What is the reaction of the rescue team upon meeting the transformed settlers?

• They are excited

• They are confused

• They are hostile

• They are indifferent