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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 4-6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was Bryson's destination city?
(a) Perth.
(b) Adelaide.
(c) Melbourne.
(d) Sydney.

2. At the Natural History Museum Bryson joined some young boys in ogling _______________ behind glass.
(a) lethal snakes.
(b) koala bears.
(c) monkeys.
(d) sharks.

3. Where did Bryson enjoy riding in the train?
(a) The locomotive.
(b) The sleeping berth.
(c) The dining car.
(d) The caboose.

4. Who was the British lieutenant who arrived in Australia in 1770?
(a) James Ashley.
(b) James Cook.
(c) James Hall.
(d) James Lyburn.

5. What did Captain Phillip establish in Circular Quay?
(a) A nature preserve.
(b) A prison colony.
(c) A school.
(d) A maritime center.

Short Answer Questions

1. Early European explorers thought Australia was the size of __________________.

2. Why had Bill Bryson been to Australia in the past?

3. Bryson is struck by a shop in Young offering pets and _______________.

4. In what year was the Commonwealth of Australia formed?

5. What is the most recognizable feature in Sydney?

(see the answer key)

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