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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. How does Gemmy get food once in Queensland?
(a) He helps the natives hunt.
(b) He steals it from the natives.
(c) He hunts for himself.
(d) He steals it from the settlers.

3. What does Mrs. Hutchence often hire the settlers to do in her home?
(a) Decorate her home
(b) Clean her home
(c) Cook food
(d) Move furniture

4. What does Andy tell the other settlers that the natives gave to Gemmy?
(a) A book
(b) A weapon
(c) A talisman
(d) A stone

5. Which of the following character traits best describes George Abbot?
(a) Confused
(b) Motivated
(c) Intelligent
(d) Apathetic

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Gemmy unnerve the settlers?

2. Which of Jock's neighbors delights in the scrutiny of the settlers about Gemmy's presence in the McIvor home?

3. Why does Janet become irritated with Lachlan?

4. Where had all of the McIvors worked while in Scotland?

5. Who is the primary focus of George's anger and frustration?

(see the answer key)

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