View a FREE sample

This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, Childhood.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does ground water affect the vegetation of the Western Plains of New South Wales?
(a) It can kill off the native plants.
(b) It determines the size of the brush.
(c) It often brings water plants onto the land.
(d) It brings pests to the trees.

2. What did Conway like about seeing her mother at fundraisers in "Childhood"?
(a) Seeing her mother sing.
(b) Seeing her mother give speeches.
(c) Seeing her mother dressed up.
(d) Seeing her mother work hard.

3. Why did Mrs. Ker get an award in "Childhood"?
(a) For her donation to King's School.
(b) For her successful farm.
(c) For her prize-winning sheep.
(d) For the amount of money she raised.

4. Who became the political elite after the settlers landed in New South Wales?
(a) The former convicts.
(b) The large land owners.
(c) The women.
(d) The few Frenchmen.

5. Why did Mrs. Ker like fund-raising for the Red Cross?
(a) She liked the socialization.
(b) She felt useful.
(c) She disliked fundraisers.
(d) She enjoyed the praise.

Short Answer Questions

1. After World War I, what identity did Australians take pride in?

2. In "Coorain," why didn't Conway's mother have a hysterectomy?

3. In "Childhood," what did Conway say she was sure of, regarding her parents?

4. After Conway was born, how did her mother reduce her workload?

5. In "Childhood," how did Conway describe her mother's organizational skills?

(see the answer key)

This section contains 309 words (approx. 2 pages at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample