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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 14-15.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. For what is Canberra known?
(a) Urban planning.
(b) Downtown decay.
(c) Inner city regrowth.
(d) Suburban sprawl.

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

4. What was Bryson's destination after leaving Canberra?
(a) Perth.
(b) Brisbane.
(c) Adelaide.
(d) Melbourne.

5. The waters off the coast of Victoria are best known for _____________.
(a) Shipwrecks.
(b) Pirates.
(c) Gold.
(d) Lobsters.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following does Bryson spend some time discussing in the book?

2. How fast can the Australian brushfires move?

3. How much do most people know about Australia?

4. What is Bryson's traveling companion's name?

5. The Spriggina Fossil is said to be a possible explanation for the sudden explosion of life in the ____________ period.

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