Characters and Relationships (HSC SSCE English Standard): Quizzes
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How old is May, the protagonist of the novel?
How old is May, the protagonist of the novel?
15 years old
How does May describe her physical appearance in terms of racial identity?
How does May describe her physical appearance in terms of racial identity?
Too dark for white, too light for black
What object did Billy use to defend May from Craig's violence?
What object did Billy use to defend May from Craig's violence?
A frying pan
What does the Wiradjuri word 'yindyamarra' mean?
What does the Wiradjuri word 'yindyamarra' mean?
Respect and gentleness
How does Johnny die in the novel?
How does Johnny die in the novel?
In a police chase (fiery wreck)
What does Percy say about being Aboriginal on the mission?
What does Percy say about being Aboriginal on the mission?
We weren't allowed to be Aboriginal
What phrase describes Mum's mental health struggles in the novel?
What phrase describes Mum's mental health struggles in the novel?
Head sick
How is Aunty Julie characterised in the text?
How is Aunty Julie characterised in the text?
Assimilated Koori despair
What do the Mungi shell stories shared by Mum represent?
What do the Mungi shell stories shared by Mum represent?
Dreaming traditions & cultural knowledge
What role does Joyce play in the Block community?
What role does Joyce play in the Block community?
Block matriarch showing resilience