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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where did Bryson enjoy riding in the train?
(a) The dining car.
(b) The locomotive.
(c) The sleeping berth.
(d) The caboose.

2. What country is this book about?
(a) Portugal.
(b) England.
(c) Australia.
(d) Japan.

3. What mesmerized Bryson while on the train?
(a) The cloud formations.
(b) The blazing sun.
(c) The stars at night.
(d) The glimmering track.

4. What is the most recognizable feature in Sydney?
(a) The Sydney Zoo.
(b) The Opera House.
(c) The statue of Captain Cook.
(d) The Sydney Harbor.

5. How much do most people know about Australia?
(a) Just trivia points.
(b) Enough to get by.
(c) Nothing.
(d) Shockingly little.

Short Answer Questions

1. Bryson listed some of the early expeditions sent by ___________ to explore the land.

2. What is the capital of Australia?

3. Early European explorers thought Australia was the size of __________________.

4. What is the mountain range that lies to the west of Sydney?

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

(see the answer key)

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