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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Jock feel about the threats that the settlers make towards Gemmy?
(a) Scared
(b) Angry
(c) Ambivalent
(d) Confused

2. What happens to Jock and Ellen's marriage as a result of their conflict with their fellow settlers?
(a) They become more isolated from each other.
(b) They become closer to each other.
(c) They become angry and depressed.
(d) They consider separating.

3. Which of the following describes Lachlan's demeanor when he arrived in Australia?
(a) Disinterested and ungrateful
(b) Sullen and depressed
(c) Arrogant and angry
(d) Excited and anxious

4. What does Janet do to retreat from the frustration in her life?
(a) Plays with Gemmy
(b) Reads books
(c) Plays with Lachlan
(d) Works on the farm

5. What does Janet notice one day that seems to open up the world to her?
(a) Lachlan's true nature
(b) The pink color under a scab
(c) The brightness of the sun
(d) Gemmy

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Janet's opinion of Australia?

2. How does Janet feel when the swarm of bees surrounds her unprotected body one day?

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

4. Who does Lachlan plan to travel the world with?

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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