Leiningen verses the Ants

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

Describe the formation and movement of the hostile army as they approached the ditch.

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.

How did the ants' failure to find a way over the ditch affect their strategy?

• They gave up and returned to their nest

• They built a bridge over the ditch

• They found an alternative route

• They waited for the ditch to dry up

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 happened to the troops that were hurled into the ditch?

• They were rescued immediately.

• They were left to fend for themselves.

• They were captured by the enemy.

• They perished.

How did the Indians running on the bank contribute to the situation?

• They provided assistance.

• They created a distraction.

• They were spectators.

• They caused confusion.

What was the condition of the scattered ranks when they tried to ascend the bank?

• They were organized

• They were in disarray

• They were victorious

• They were retreating