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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4, Drought.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Childhood," why did the Kers loose many of their farmhands?
(a) They were old and retired.
(b) They were drafted into the war.
(c) They found better jobs.
(d) They moved to different countries.

2. What did Conway like about seeing her mother at fundraisers in "Childhood"?
(a) Seeing her mother work hard.
(b) Seeing her mother dressed up.
(c) Seeing her mother sing.
(d) Seeing her mother give speeches.

3. When did the terrible drought in "Drought" begin?
(a) 1949.
(b) 1951.
(c) 1941.
(d) 1959.

4. In "The West," what type of woman was described as being the ideal Australian?
(a) A poet.
(b) A manager.
(c) A domestic queen.
(d) A farmer.

5. Why did Conway's family collect water at Coorain?
(a) Because they had a private stream.
(b) Because there wasn't much naturally.
(c) Because it was their job.
(d) Because it was worth more money there.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Mrs. Ker like fund-raising for the Red Cross?

2. After serving as a solider, why couldn't Conway's father get land?

3. In "Childhood," what did Conway do at night with her mother?

4. In "Drought," how did Conway receive her education?

5. How many acres did the first generation of settlers settle in New South Wales?

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