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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 9-10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why had Bill Bryson been to Australia in the past?
(a) For book tours.
(b) For research trips.
(c) For family reunions.
(d) For class trips.

2. What is the name of the railroad Bryson took to travel across the continent?
(a) Indian Pacific.
(b) Kangaroo Ltd.
(c) Australia Ltd.
(d) Aborigine Express.

3. What is the world's largest living thing located in Australia?
(a) The Lochness Monster.
(b) The Painted Desert.
(c) Yosemite.
(d) The Great Barrier Reef.

4. What is the name of the highway Bryson drove eastward along the coast to Melbourne?
(a) Princess Diana Freeway.
(b) Queen Victoria Parkway.
(c) Princes Highway.
(d) The Royal Route.

5. What sport did Bryson make fun of in the book?
(a) Rugby.
(b) Croquet.
(c) Soccer.
(d) Cricket.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Bryson's favorite feature in Sydney?

2. Bryson is struck by a shop in Young offering pets and _______________.

3. What is commemorated in the Lambing Flat Museum?

4. What did Captain Phillip establish in Circular Quay?

5. What is the gambling casino where Carmel took Bryson?

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