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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 "Coorain," why didn't Conway's mother have a hysterectomy?
(a) Because she really wanted another child.
(b) Because she didn't like being told what to do.
(c) Because her midwife said she didn't need it.
(d) Because she couldn't afford it.

2. Why did the Kers travel to Sydney, in "Coorain"?
(a) To attend a university.
(b) To go shopping.
(c) For medical attention.
(d) For a vacation.

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

4. Why was Conway sent away from home after the dust storm?
(a) To protect her health.
(b) Because Mrs. Ker needed surgery.
(c) Because she had gotten in trouble.
(d) To give her a better education.

5. After Bob's death, what did Mrs. Ker do to feel needed?
(a) Visited Coorain.
(b) Volunteered.
(c) Went back to school.
(d) Helped a sick friend.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why was Mr. Ker able to hire people to shear his sheep in "Childhood"?

2. As a child, how did Conway describe Bob?

3. While at Coorain, what did Conway's father do at night?

4. What did the manager of Coorain do while Mrs. Ker was away, in "Recharting the Globe"?

5. Why did Conway say it was difficult for Australians to raise cattle?

(see the answer key)

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