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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Lachlan feel when he visits Gemmy at Mrs. Hutchence's house?

2. What is Sir George's role in Queensland?

3. What does George give Gemmy instead of his papers?

4. What was Willett's profession?

5. Who does Gemmy move in with after he is attacked?

Short Essay Questions

1. What did Gemmy do that affected Janet and Lachlan's lives?

2. Describe the mob's attack on Gemmy.

3. Describe the two events that happen in this chapter which unnerve Jock.

4. Why doesn't Jock ask Gemmy to leave the farm after the two incidents in this chapter?

5. What is Sir George's vision for Queensland?

6. What event brings Janet and Lachlan back together after many years?

7. How does Lachlan's relationship with Gemmy change over time?

8. Describe the event that caused Willett's death.

9. Describe what happens to Janet in this chapter when she removes her bonnet and veil while beekeeping.

10. What does Jock do in response to the attack on Gemmy?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

One of the themes Remembering Babylon explores is fear of outsiders.

1) Describe at least three scenes where this theme is developed.

2) Discuss what the novel has to say about this theme.

3) Critique the author's viewpoint on this theme. Do you agree or disagree with his beliefs? Why?

Cite several specific examples from the novel to support your ideas.

Essay Topic 2

One of the themes Remembering Babylon explores is the contrast between native and "developed" cultures.

1) Describe at least three scenes where this theme is developed.

2) Discuss what the novel has to say about this theme.

3) Critique the author's viewpoint on this theme. Do you agree or disagree with his beliefs? Why?

Cite several specific examples from the novel to support your ideas.

Essay Topic 3

One of the themes Remembering Babylon explores is the role of the land in people's lives.

1) Describe at least three scenes where this theme is developed.

2) Discuss what the novel has to say about this theme.

3) Critique the author's viewpoint on this theme. Do you agree or disagree with his beliefs? Why?

Cite several specific examples from the novel to support your ideas.

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