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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Which of Jock's neighbors is concerned about having a "white black man" living near him?
(a) George Abbot
(b) Ned Corcoran
(c) Mr. Frazer
(d) Barney Mason

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

4. How does Gemmy feel after receiving the gift from the aborigines?
(a) Agitated and angry
(b) Confused and upset
(c) Excited and anxious
(d) Refreshed and strengthened

5. What did the natives often tell stories about?
(a) The origins of their culture
(b) The white settlers who stole their land
(c) Gemmy's transformation from a "fish" to a "boy"
(d) Gemmy's integration into their society

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is George shocked when he comes into Mrs. Hutchence's house?

2. Who rescues Gemmy from the mob?

3. Who does Mr. Frazer credit with his expanded interest in botany?

4. Which of the following character traits best describes George Abbot?

5. Why does Gemmy fail to tell the settlers where certain landmarks are in the natives' community?

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