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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 2 and 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the author hope will help the reader understand the core message of the book?
(a) the dialogue of the people.
(b) the way of life conveyed.
(c) the meaning of the events.
(d) the truth of the natives.

2. What kind of performance does the author watch the natives perform?
(a) a purification ritual.
(b) a rhythmic dance.
(c) a rain dance.
(d) a celebration of life.

3. Who is the author met by when she arrives?
(a) an Aborigine.
(b) the driver.
(c) a hotel concierge.
(d) a tour guide.

4. What is the main issue that is explored in the book?
(a) nature.
(b) humanity.
(c) spirituality.
(d) physicality.

5. What does the author decide to do when Ooota takes the lead on the walkabout?
(a) to commit to the experience.
(b) to go one mile.
(c) to only go so far .
(d) to let Ooota lead freely.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the author marvel at as she releases the pain of walking and walks into the Outback?

2. What does the driver tell the author to remove from her body?

3. Who does the driver introduce himself as when they arrive at the settlement?

4. What does Ooota suddenly do and just assume that the author will follow in suit?

5. Where does the setting of the book take place?

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