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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why are the Aboriginals upset that they are being tried under English law?

2. Why are the Aboriginals afraid of white men?

3. Why don't the Aboriginals understand what Captain Fremantle is saying?

4. What do the group have to do in order to adapt to life with white people?

5. In chapter one, who is the first person mentioned in the book?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who is the bravest character in this story?

2. Why do you think the white people prevent the Aborigines from carrying out their traditional rituals and dances?

3. Do the Aborigines do enough to fight back?

4. Are the white men in chapter too greedy?

5. Describe how Molly and the girls escape Moore River.

6. How do the girls' families react when the children are taken?

7. Describe what happens when some white workers violate sacred Mardu land.

8. Are the girls ever in any really serious danger as they walk to Jigalong?

9. How is Maude different from other Aborigines?

10. Why are the Aborigines afraid of white men?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the symbolism of the wildflowers, plants and animals in this story. Why are there so many descriptions of nature?

Essay Topic 2

The rabbit-proof fence is a very important object in this book. Discuss the symbolism of the fence. What does it stand for and why? Does it mean different things to different people?

Essay Topic 3

Compare Aborigine society with white society. What are the main differences? Are there any similarities? Does one society come across as better? Why do they clash?

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