Rescue Operations and Community Response

In 'Night of the Twisters' by Ivy Ruckman, a group of children, led by Arthur and Stacy, attempt to rescue Mrs. Smiley from her basement after a tornado devastates their neighborhood. Despite the challenges, they manage to find her asleep and safely evacuate her. The story highlights teamwork, bravery, and the impact of natural disasters on communities.

What was the initial expectation of the mom regarding the volunteers?

• They would help at Mrs. Smiley's immediately.

• They would stay at home.

• They would go to the grocery store.

• They would clean the neighborhood.

What was the condition of Mrs. Smiley's house when the group arrived?

• Flooded with water.

• Intact and undamaged.

• Topless but walls standing.

• Completely destroyed.

What was the group's first challenge upon entering Mrs. Smiley's house?

• Calling for help.

• Fixing the roof.

• Getting to the basement.

• Finding a flashlight.

How did the group attempt to reach the basement?

• Climbing down a rope.

• Using a ladder.

• Lowering a table through the stair opening.

• Jumping down.

What was the group's reaction upon finding Mrs. Smiley?

• They were scared.

• They cried.

• They were relieved.

• They laughed.

What was Mrs. Smiley doing when the group found her?

• Cooking.

• Listening to the radio.

• Sleeping and snoring.

• Reading a book.

What was the main challenge in rescuing Mrs. Smiley from the basement?

• She refused to leave.

• The stairs were broken.

• The basement was flooded.

• She was too heavy to lift.

How did the group finally manage to get Mrs. Smiley out?

• By calling the fire department.

• Using a makeshift ladder of bedsprings.

• By carrying her on their backs.

• By using a pulley system.

What realization did the group have about the neighborhood after rescuing Mrs. Smiley?

• The neighborhood was completely destroyed.

• Only a few houses were damaged.

• The neighborhood was untouched.

• The neighborhood was flooded.

What did the firemen do at the Darlington's house?

• Rescued a trapped family.

• Rebuilt the house.

• Sprayed a giant red X on the foundation.

• Put out a fire.