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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long did it take the Cleary family to arrive in Gillanbone?
(a) Three days.
(b) Two weeks.
(c) One week.
(d) One month.

2. The "Thorn Birds" spans three generations of what family?
(a) Aborigine.
(b) Cleary.
(c) Wahine.
(d) Bricassart.

3. Which of the following characters are Meggie's children?
(a) Ralph & Fiona.
(b) Luke & Mary.
(c) Patrick & Agnes.
(d) Dane & Justine.

4. What is the name of the newest Cleary?
(a) Hayden.
(b) Howard.
(c) Harold.
(d) Hank.

5. What is one thing that Fiona never does?
(a) Converts to Catholicism.
(b) Supports her children in their schooling.
(c) Questions Paddy's authority.
(d) Attends church on Sunday mornings.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens when the oldest son runs away?

2. When Fiona is bedridden with her latest pregnancy, who is her greatest helper?

3. Why does Paddy Cleary move to New South Wales?

4. What does the oldest son want to do?

5. Where do the Cleary children attend school?

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