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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Lachlan come to live with the McIvors?
(a) He runs away from home.
(b) His parents want him to have a better life in Australia.
(c) His mother is killed.
(d) His father is killed.

2. What becomes Janet's lifelong passion and hobby?
(a) Beekeeping
(b) Drawing
(c) Gardening
(d) Botany

3. Why does Ellen become kinder to Gemmy in this chapter?
(a) She realizes that he is mentally challenged.
(b) She believes he has suffered enough.
(c) She wants to protect him from the settlers.
(d) She believes his presence has brought her and Jock closer together.

4. How does Janet feel when she hurts Lachlan?
(a) Confused
(b) Remorseful
(c) Vindicated
(d) Happy

5. Where had all of the McIvors worked while in Scotland?
(a) In the family store
(b) In the fields as farmers
(c) In a factory
(d) In the mines

Short Answer Questions

1. Where did Lachlan live before moving to Australia?

2. Which of the McIvors helps Mrs. Hutchence with her hobby?

3. What does Janet see as a barrier in her future?

4. What happens to Jock and Ellen's marriage as a result of their conflict with their fellow settlers?

5. Why does Jock become disgusted when his neighbors tell him about Gemmy's visit with the natives?

(see the answer key)

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