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Imperiled
To put in peril or danger; endanger
levity
Humor, especially during a serious occasion.
tranquility
A state of peace and quiet or calm.
The number of men in the local military.
12
How did Correll help the invaders?
The policeman and the postman went fishing on Correll's sailboat, Correll gave targets, cartridges and lunch to the local troops to go on a shooting competition. Correll knew where all the guns were stored.
gilded
Covered in a thin layer of gold.
appendectomy
Operation to remove an appendix
collaboration
The act of working together or is traitorous cooperation with an enemy.
Where the town troops were when the invasion occurred.
In a glade back in the hills.
What does the captain confiscate from the mayor's house?
A shotgun and a sporting rifle.
cherubs
An angel, usually as a child or infant.
Sardonically
Sarcastically or mockingly
wry
Using or expressing dry, especially mocking, humor.
How did the invaders arrive in the village?
By boat.
Why were the guns confiscated?
profound
Having or showing great knowledge or insight.
bellingerently
Hostile and aggressive, defiantly.
The day of the week that the invasion happened.
Sunday
What happened when the local militia men returned to the village?
6 of the men were killed by machine gun fire.
What small act of independence does the mayor insist upon?
He did not want to speak to Colonel Lancer in front of Correll.
impertinent
Bad manners or rude.
ostentatiously
In a showy way, designed to impress.
The time of day that the invasion ended.
10:45 am
Who is Mr. Correll?
Mr. Correll was a popular local store keeper who was a traitor.
How many invaders were there?
Around 250.