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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Ned Corcoran's opinion of Gemmy?
(a) He thinks Gemmy is dangerous.
(b) He believes Gemmy is a fraud.
(c) He believes Gemmy is extremely intelligent.
(d) He is intrigued by Gemmy.

2. Which of the settlers seems to understand and connect with Gemmy the most in this chapter?
(a) Ned Corcoran
(b) Lachlan
(c) Jock McIvor
(d) Mr. Frazer

3. What role do most of the settlers hope the natives will play in their settlement one day?
(a) They will play no role because they will be removed.
(b) They will be servants and laborers.
(c) They will also live in the settlement.
(d) They will be farm workers.

4. How does Gemmy attempt to protect the native plants while exploring with Mr. Frazer?
(a) He only allows Frazer to draw pictures of the plants.
(b) He keeps Frazer from picking plants.
(c) He only shows Frazer plants that grow in abundance.
(d) He keeps Frazer from the forbidden plants.

5. Who is the primary focus of George's anger and frustration?
(a) Mr. Frazer
(b) His students
(c) Gemmy
(d) His family

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens to Gemmy when he observes the white settlers?

2. Which of the McIvors is unsettled by Gemmy's presence in the house?

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

4. What concerns Jock most about Gemmy?

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

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