Follow the Rabbit-Proof Fence

Where were the girls running away from?

• a farm along the rabbit-proof fence

• a special school settlement near a river

• a Jigalong region of western Australia

• the downtown area of an Australian city

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Why are the girls running away?

• They need to go home so that they can help their family.

• They are mischievous and enjoy causing trouble.

• They miss their home and want to return to it.

• The other girls have been very mean to them.

How did Molly come to know about the rabbit-proof fence?

• She read about it in history class.

• It is part of a Mardu Aborigine legend.

• She sees it from the dormitory window.

• Her father is one of the fence inspectors.

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What are the 2 main reasons Daisy and Gracie agree to go with Molly on the long trip home?

• Molly's spirit of mischief is contagious.

• They follow Molly's lead because she is older.

• They resent being bossed around by Martha Jones.

• They know that Molly is familiar with the landscape.

• Molly's bossy attitude has always put her in charge.

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How do the girls get across the river?

• They build a raft.

• They find a small boat and use it.

• They follow the rabbit-proof fence.

• They use a tree leaning over the water as a bridge.

What did it mean when Molly “whispered urgently”?

• She wanted her sisters to come to her right away to tell them they weren't going to school.

• She wanted to let her sister know that sometime in the future they would leave.

• She wanted her sisters to come to her without complaining.

• She wanted her sisters to do something for Martha Jones.

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How was Daisy behaving when she turned to Molly and “said nervously”?

• She was looking forward to telling her she was ready.

• She was excited to tell her about her dream.

• She was unsure and trembled as she walked along with Molly.

• She knew exactly what Molly wanted her to do.

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“Molly leaned against the wall and said confidently, ‘I know it’s a long way to go but it’s easy.’” What did she believe?

• She believed they would struggle to get home.

• She believed she would have to wait for the right opportunity to leave.

• She believed that they would accomplish their mission.

• She believed the authorities would catch them.

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The girls “climbed onto the trunk and walked cautiously to the end…” How were they stepping on the trunk?

• slowly

• carefully

• sluggishly

• quickly

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How long have the girls been at the settlement?

• They have been there a very long time.

• They are there for the third time after attempting 2 escapes but being caught each time.

• They have only recently arrived at the settlement.

• They were transferred from other settlements.