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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6, Finding the Southern Cross.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does ground water affect the vegetation of the Western Plains of New South Wales?
(a) It can kill off the native plants.
(b) It determines the size of the brush.
(c) It brings pests to the trees.
(d) It often brings water plants onto the land.

2. In "Childhood," what did Conway say she was sure of, regarding her parents?
(a) That she was on her own.
(b) That she had their attention.
(c) That she was the favorite child.
(d) That she was well supported financially.

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

4. Why didn't Conway like her mother's psychic group?
(a) She was frightened.
(b) She disliked the other people.
(c) She was skeptical.
(d) She was forced to attend the meetings.

5. In "Finding the Southern Cross," how long did Barry stay at Coorain?
(a) Seven months.
(b) Eight months.
(c) Six months.
(d) Nine months.

Short Answer Questions

1. How were Mrs. Ker's finances affected after Mr. Ker's death?

2. Why did Mrs. Ker help the Red Cross?

3. Why did Mrs. Ker refuse to sell Coorain after her husband's death?

4. What language did Conway learn at Abbotsleigh, in "Finding the Southern Cross"?

5. Why did Mr. Ker tell his daughter to sell Coorain after he died?

(see the answer key)

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