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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Janet believe happens to her on the night depicted in this chapter?
(a) She develops respect for her father.
(b) She becomes an adult.
(c) She sees Gemmy as her brother.
(d) She realizes the evil of men.

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

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

4. What is Janet's opinion of Australia?
(a) She believes it is dangerous and hostile.
(b) She believes it is dark and oppressive.
(c) She believes it is beautiful and bountiful.
(d) She believes it is boring and uninteresting.

5. What awakens Ellen at the beginning of this chapter?
(a) A knock at the front door of the hut
(b) Jock getting up and leaving the bed
(c) Bumps against the wall of the hut
(d) Gemmy's yells

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Gemmy notice watching him while he is exploring with Mr. Frazer?

2. Who assists Gemmy in finding a new home after he is attacked?

3. What do the Aborigines call the white settlers?

4. Which of the McIvors is most enraged by the incident with the geese?

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

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