Sergeant William Hawkins and the New Colony

Who is the main character mentioned in the text?

• Sergeant William Hawkins

• Captain James Cook

• Lieutenant John Smith

• Private Thomas Brown

What time of day is it in the scene described?

• Morning

• Noon

• Afternoon

• Evening

What is the main activity happening in the settlement?

• Construction and organization

• Farming

• Trading

• Celebrating

What was William's main responsibility?

• Supervising the convicts

• Cooking meals

• Building ships

• Teaching classes

How did William feel about treating the convicts with respect?

• He believed it would encourage them

• He thought it was unnecessary

• He was indifferent

• He felt it was a waste of time

What did William believe would earn the convicts their rest?

• Pulling their weight

• Complaining

• Avoiding work

• Sleeping

What was the effect of the Australian environment on the settlers?

• It was as much an enemy as a disobedient convict

• It was friendly and helpful

• It was easy to manage

• It was full of resources

How did William's role as a marine change over time?

• He became stricter with rules.

• He focused more on fostering teamwork.

• He stopped working with the settlers.

• He returned to England.

What did Governor Phillip say to William?

• You need to work harder.

• This colony needs people like you.

• You should return to England.

• The crops are failing.

How did William feel after speaking with Governor Phillip?

• Sad

• Angry

• Proud

• Confused