Follow the Rabbit-Proof Fence

Where were the three sisters living?

• 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

What is the most likely reason that the three girls run 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.

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.

How do the girls finally cross 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.

Which of the following is something you would be most likely to do cautiously?

• walk across a slippery floor

• eat your favorite meal when you are hungry

• read the next book in a series that you enjoy

• tell your best friend about your summer vacation

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.

If a task urgently needs to be done, which of the following must be true?

• It needs to be done in the future.

• It needs to be done for another person.

• It needs to be done without complaining.

• It needs to be done right away.

Part A What do the details suggest most clearly about the girls' situation in the opening of the selection?

• Molly and her sisters have lived in similar places.

• Molly and her sisters have only recently arrived there.

• Molly and her sisters have been there for a very long time.

• Molly and her sisters have fled from the settlement several times before.

Part B Which quotation from Follow the Rabbit-Proof Fence best supports the answer in Part A?

• The other girls were now getting ready for school, and the three watched quietly amidst all the activity.

• "The school bell's gone. Don't be late on your first day."

• "We're not going to school, so grab your bags. We're not staying here."

• She wanted to be miles away before their absence was discovered. Time was of the essence.