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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where did George want to go to work after finishing school?
(a) England
(b) The United States
(c) Africa
(d) Australia

2. What do the children think the figure is when they first see it?
(a) A white person
(b) A black person
(c) A sailor
(d) A monster

3. Which of the following details is NOT true of Gemmy's appearance?
(a) He appears to be a native.
(b) He is wearing very little clothing.
(c) He is built like a sailor.
(d) He is scrawny.

4. Why does George Abbot ignore Lachlan in class?
(a) He finds Lachlan annoying.
(b) He does not like to be challenged.
(c) He does not care about motivating students.
(d) He dislikes the McIvor family.

5. What prevents Gemmy from helping Jock around the farm?
(a) He cannot speak English.
(b) He is too physically weak.
(c) He is easily confused.
(d) He is too young.

Short Answer Questions

1. What sort of relationship do Lachlan and Janet develop?

2. What are the children afraid of after hearing their parents' stories?

3. Who do the settlers worry is visiting secretly Gemmy?

4. How does Gemmy get food once in Queensland?

5. Where does Gemmy sleep at the McIvor farm?

(see the answer key)

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