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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happened to two of the McIvors' children?
(a) They returned to Scotland.
(b) They died.
(c) They left the settlement.
(d) They returned to England.

2. Who observes Gemmy's visitors?
(a) Ned Corcoran
(b) Lachlan
(c) Andy McKillop
(d) Barney Mason

3. How does Gemmy act after the visitors leave?
(a) He is clearly unnerved.
(b) He continues working as if nothing happened.
(c) He seems at peace and calm.
(d) He becomes agitated.

4. What does Gemmy do when the natives approach him that is lost on Andy?
(a) He offers them a gift.
(b) He uses their language.
(c) He makes a sign.
(d) He sits with them.

5. Why does Gemmy chose to ignore Andy when he approaches him?
(a) He does not understand what Andy is saying to him.
(b) He dislikes Andy and rarely speaks to him.
(c) He knows he would not understand his visit with the natives.
(d) He is fearful that Andy will tell Jock about the visit.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Gemmy represent for the settlers?

2. What do some of the settlers think Gemmy's motive was in moving to the settlement?

3. How does Andy act when he tells the story of Gemmy's visit with the natives?

4. Which of Jock's neighbors is concerned about having a "white black man" living near him?

5. What does Janet do to retreat from the frustration in her life?

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