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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 16-17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who joined Bryson on his next trip to Australia?
(a) Mike Williams.
(b) Allan Sherwin.
(c) Hal Winston.
(d) Mrs. Bryson.

2. What is the name of the place that was a staging area for the Allies in World War II?
(a) Coral Springs.
(b) McAlister Springs.
(c) Tarpon Springs.
(d) Alice Springs.

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

4. How much press coverage does Australia get in Western media?
(a) None at all.
(b) More than most other countries.
(c) An excessive amount compared to other countries.
(d) Much less than most other countries.

5. What did Bryson do during the daylight hours on his visits to each city?
(a) Walked the commercial and residential areas.
(b) Typed his notes.
(c) Made phone calls home.
(d) Interviewed local people.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the largest city in Australia?

2. The UNESCO has designated Ayers Rock as a __________________.

3. What did early European explorers think Australia was?

4. Howe told Bryson about the _________________ that are always a danger in Australia.

5. Which of the following describes the tone of Bryson's writing?

(see the answer key)

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