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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was Brisbane like when the McIvors first arrived there?
(a) Muddy and gloomy
(b) Beautiful and open
(c) Entirely wild
(d) Lively and bright

2. Why does Gemmy unnerve the settlers?
(a) His skin is blackened.
(b) He rarely speaks.
(c) He seems to be watching them carefully.
(d) He moves stealthily like a native.

3. How does Jock feel about his unease with Gemmy's presence in the family's home?
(a) Ashamed
(b) Angry
(c) Confused
(d) Proud

4. Where did Lachlan live before moving to Australia?
(a) England
(b) Ireland
(c) The United States
(d) Scotland

5. What does Gemmy believe will happen if a person ignores someone who only wants attention?
(a) He will go away.
(b) He will no longer want attention.
(c) He will get the attention he wants.
(d) He will become invisible.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happened to two of the McIvors' children?

2. What is Janet's opinion of Australia?

3. Which of the McIvor children does Gemmy feel the greatest connection with?

4. What is Ned Corcoran's opinion of Gemmy?

5. Why does Gemmy chose to ignore Andy when he approaches him?

(see the answer key)

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