Questions about the Story

Front

Who is Andrew in the story?

Back

An Australian serviceman

Front

How does the narrator describe Australians?

Back

Generous

Front

What does the author think about Andrew's ability to withstand pain?

Back

He is probably trained to withstand pain

Front

What is the condition of the grey buildings mentioned in the text?

Back

Paint flaking off

Front

What are most people on the jetty wearing?

Back

Uniforms

Front

What does the narrator hope about the Australian sailors? Options: They have given Mum and Dad a ride, They have lent Mum and Dad their uniforms, They have cooked a meal, They have fixed the boat

Back

They have lent Mum and Dad their uniforms

Front

What does Bibi say about the Australian grass? Options: It looks good for picnics, It looks good for football, It looks good for running, It looks good for gardening.

Back

It looks good for football.

Front

What does Andrew say about the males and females in the tents? Options: Males in one, females in another. Everyone together. Only males allowed. Only females allowed.

Back

Males in one, females in another.

Front

What does Andrew say about the tent location? Options: It's far from the jetty. It's near the jetty. It's on a hill. It's in a forest.

Back

It's near the jetty.

Front

What idea does the narrator have to keep Bibi's mind off things?

Back

Explore the city