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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 19.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What aspect of Gemmy's personality allows him to avoid the settlers' questions?
(a) His ignorant demeanor
(b) His lighthearted nature
(c) His lack of language
(d) His naivete

2. What does Janet do to retreat from the frustration in her life?
(a) Reads books
(b) Works on the farm
(c) Plays with Gemmy
(d) Plays with Lachlan

3. How long did Gemmy remain at sea?
(a) Two days
(b) Two months
(c) Two years
(d) Two decades

4. How was George treated as a child?
(a) He was treated fairly.
(b) He was neglected.
(c) He was abused.
(d) He was pampered.

5. Who is Andy most eager to tell of Gemmy's visitors?
(a) Barney
(b) Jim Sweetman
(c) Jock
(d) Ned

Short Answer Questions

1. What do Jock and Ellen begin talking about for the first time in many years?

2. Why does Gemmy fail to tell the settlers where certain landmarks are in the natives' community?

3. How does Janet feel when the swarm of bees surrounds her unprotected body one day?

4. Which of Jock's neighbors delights in the scrutiny of the settlers about Gemmy's presence in the McIvor home?

5. How does Jock feel about his unease with Gemmy's presence in the family's home?

(see the answer key)

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