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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8, Recharting the Globe.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "The Nardoo Stones," who does Conway begin going to the bar with?
(a) A writers' guild.
(b) Her roommates.
(c) A pair of twins.
(d) A group of communists.

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

3. How did working as a medical practice receptionist change Conway?
(a) She learned practical skills.
(b) She became less shy.
(c) She discovered her calling.
(d) It didn't change her.

4. How did Conway's mother feel about her housework at Coorain?
(a) She was fearful of getting too much work.
(b) She hated it.
(c) She loved it.
(d) She was proud of it.

5. After visiting England, what did Conway not like about the English?
(a) They looked down on Australians.
(b) They were dressed out of fashion.
(c) They spoke poor English.
(d) They didn't value their history.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Conway develop a fever in Sydney?

2. How did Conway and her mother travel to Sydney, in "Drought"?

3. Why did Conway's mother avoid the Catholic church?

4. How did Conway feel when she graduated from Abbotsleigh?

5. How long did it take for the Kers to earn money from their sheep in Coorain?

(see the answer key)

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