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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7, The Nardoo Stones.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why didn't Conway go to the hospital when she was ill, in "Schooling"?
(a) Because they wouldn't admit her.
(b) Because she refused.
(c) Because they couldn't afford it.
(d) Because her mother took care of her.

2. How did Conway's mother feel about her relationship with Peter?
(a) She hated it.
(b) She supported it.
(c) She forced it.
(d) She loved it.

3. What made Peter Stone different from Australian men, according to Conway?
(a) His poltical beliefs.
(b) His height.
(c) His love of smart women.
(d) His physical abilities.

4. Why did Conway feel frustrated with Australian historians?
(a) Because they focused on Western history.
(b) Because they ignored the influence of farmers.
(c) Because they focused on modern history.
(d) Because they focused on the elite.

5. Why did Mrs. Ker help the Red Cross?
(a) Because they helped her.
(b) To get out of the house.
(c) To help the war effort.
(d) Because Conway wanted to get involved.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Mrs. Ker move to Waitara?

2. Why did the Kers send Barry to King's School?

3. What did Obecue build for the Kers?

4. In "Childhood," how did Mrs. Ker treat her children equally?

5. Why did a housing black market appear in Sydney?

(see the answer key)

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