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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Ned Corcoran react when he sees an aborigine on his property?
(a) He shoots him.
(b) He observes him carefully.
(c) He tries to reason with him.
(d) He runs them off of his property.

2. Where did Lachlan live before moving to Australia?
(a) The United States
(b) Ireland
(c) Scotland
(d) England

3. What happened to two of the McIvors' children?
(a) They returned to Scotland.
(b) They died.
(c) They left the settlement.
(d) They returned to England.

4. Who approaches George Abbot one day as he is leaving on his afternoon "retreat"?
(a) Gemmy
(b) Janet McIvor
(c) Mr. Frazer
(d) Mrs. Hutchence

5. Why is it problematic that Andy tells the men about the stone the natives give Gemmy?
(a) It makes them more fearful.
(b) It was supposed to be a secret.
(c) It is not true.
(d) It sparks their curiosity.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who observes Gemmy's visitors?

2. Where does Mrs. Hutchence live in the settlement?

3. Where did Jock McIvor want to go before settling in Australia?

4. What is George's impression of Leona?

5. Why does Jock become disgusted when his neighbors tell him about Gemmy's visit with the natives?

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