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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What English word does Gemmy remember that causes him to have nightmares?
(a) ax
(b) Willett
(c) boots
(d) boat

2. What does Abbot notice about Lachlan?
(a) He is intelligent, but lazy.
(b) He is apathetic and disinterested.
(c) He is highly intelligent and motivated.
(d) He is an arrogant child.

3. What is Mrs. Hutchence's hobby?
(a) Beekeeping
(b) Gardening
(c) Baking
(d) Birdwatching

4. What did the natives often tell stories about?
(a) The origins of their culture
(b) Gemmy's transformation from a "fish" to a "boy"
(c) The white settlers who stole their land
(d) Gemmy's integration into their society

5. How does Gemmy react to Andy when he approaches him?
(a) He becomes enraged.
(b) He attempts to explain himself to Andy.
(c) He directs Andy to talk with Jock.
(d) He ignores Andy.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of Jock's neighbors does he expect to support him?

2. Why is George shocked when he comes into Mrs. Hutchence's house?

3. What does Mr. Frazer want to do as a result of his botany work?

4. Where did George want to go to work after finishing school?

5. Why does Gemmy chose to ignore Andy when he approaches him?

(see the answer key)

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