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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the capital of Australia?
(a) Melbourne.
(b) Sydney.
(c) Canberra.
(d) Perth.

2. Which of the following does Bryson spend some time discussing in the book?
(a) The founding of Sydney.
(b) All of these.
(c) The planning and building of Canberra.
(d) The Australian gold rush.

3. It is unusual that Australia gets such little Western media coverage because ___________________.
(a) it is one of the world's most unique places.
(b) because the country is so big.
(c) people are fascinated with kangaroos.
(d) there are a lot of celebrities there.

4. Which of the following did Bryson do while visiting Sydney?
(a) Went to the beach.
(b) Attempted to boogie board.
(c) All of these.
(d) Visited a local club.

5. What happened when Bryson fell asleep in the car?
(a) He tried to sleepwalk.
(b) He snored.
(c) He drooled on himself.
(d) He talked in his sleep.

Short Answer Questions

1. How much do most people know about Australia?

2. Where did Bryson enjoy riding in the train?

3. What was Bryson's destination city?

4. What is Nullarbor?

5. What country is this book about?

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