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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How is the author told to handle the pain she feels from the spinifex?
(a) ignore the pain.
(b) wash her feet in water.
(c) massage her feet.
(d) wrap her feet.

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

3. How old is the main character of the book?
(a) young adult.
(b) late teen.
(c) middle aged.
(d) senior citizen.

4. What did the author design in order to help young Aborigines to take a position and use their skills?
(a) a school.
(b) a business.
(c) a training camp.
(d) a church.

5. What kind of ceremony did the author receive an invitation for?
(a) religious ceremony.
(b) awards ceremony.
(c) tea ceremony.
(d) peace ceremony.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who do the Aborigines want to marry so that they can fully integrate into society?

2. What does the author understand the rituals to be considered?

3. Why is the author invited to move to Australia?

4. What is the author supposed to be honored for?

5. What does the author decide to do when Ooota takes the lead on the walkabout?

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