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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Jock think of Andy's version of the event (Gemmy's visit with the aborigines)?
(a) He believes it is exaggerated.
(b) He believes it is entirely accurate.
(c) He believes it is entirely untruthful.
(d) He believes it is believable.

2. Which of Jock's neighbors refuses to back down about Gemmy?
(a) Andy
(b) Barney
(c) Ned
(d) Jim

3. What does Jock begin appreciating about Ellen in this chapter?
(a) Her beauty
(b) Her intelligence
(c) The things she does for their family
(d) The things she does for Gemmy

4. What is Mrs. Hutchence's hobby?
(a) Beekeeping
(b) Birdwatching
(c) Gardening
(d) Baking

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Lachlan come to live with the McIvors?

2. Which of the following describes Lachlan's demeanor when he arrived in Australia?

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

4. Where are the deceased McIvor children buried?

5. How would Ellen characterize Jock at this point in the story?

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