Understanding 'The War of the Worlds'

The War of the Worlds by HG Wells is a science fiction novel set in Victorian Britain, depicting a Martian invasion. The Martians, technologically superior, devastate Britain but are ultimately defeated by Earth's bacteria. The novel explores themes of human resilience, adaptation, and the impact of scientific advancements. It reflects societal anxieties of the time, including fears of invasion and the unknown.

What genre does 'The War of the Worlds' belong to?

• Historical Fiction

• Science Fiction

• Romantic Fiction

• Mystery

In which era is 'The War of the Worlds' set?

• Elizabethan

• Victorian

• Georgian

• Edwardian

Which scientific theory influenced the narrative of 'The War of the Worlds'?

• Theory of Evolution

• String Theory

• Quantum Theory

• Theory of Relativity

What was the initial human reaction to the first Martian cylinder?

• Panic

• Hostility

• Curiosity

• Indifference

What false reassurance does the narrator give to his wife?

• The military will handle it

• The Martians are leaving

• Earth's gravity will protect them

• The Martians are friendly

Why do the narrator and his wife decide to flee?

• To meet relatives

• To join the military

• To find a safer place

• To gather supplies

What does the artilleryman plan to do to survive?

• Fight the Martians

• Hide in the sewers

• Flee the country

• Join the military

How does the narrator's brother escape London?

• By foot

• By car

• By bicycle

• By train

What leads to the curate's madness?

• Fear of Martians

• Lack of food

• Religious disillusionment

• Isolation

What does the narrator discover about the Martians in London?

• They are retreating

• They are building a base

• They are vulnerable to bacteria

• They are seeking peace