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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 4-6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Bryson listed some of the early expeditions sent by ___________ to explore the land.
(a) Americans.
(b) Africans.
(c) Europeans.
(d) Asians.

2. How much press coverage does Australia get in Western media?
(a) More than most other countries.
(b) An excessive amount compared to other countries.
(c) None at all.
(d) Much less than most other countries.

3. How did Bryson plan to travel across the continent?
(a) By car.
(b) By bus.
(c) By horseback.
(d) By railroad.

4. How many specimens of plants and small animals did Banks collect while in Australia?
(a) Over 30,000.
(b) About 50,000.
(c) Less than 20,000.
(d) At least 100,000.

5. What was the name of Lt. James Cook's ship?
(a) HMS Pinafore.
(b) HMS Endeavor.
(c) HMS Brittannia
(d) HMS Enterprise.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happened when Bryson fell asleep in the car?

2. What did Bryson and Hart do that most Australians never do?

3. What is the name of the railroad Bryson took to travel across the continent?

4. Where did Bryson enjoy riding in the train?

5. How many people lived in Canberra at the time Bryson wrote this book?

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