Family
Robert has a little sister on the mission. What is her name?
What is name of the mission in Robert Runs?
Deebing Creek Mission
Robert's best friend on the mission.
Jonathan
What cultural background does Robert belong to?
Ugarapul - Aboriginal.
What has happened to Robert’s parents?
Robert's parents have passed away.
What is the term used to describe Aboriginal children who were removed from their families?
Shoots the children.
What is Robert's skin name?
Goupong
What is Mariah Sweetman's connection to Robert 'Goupong' Anderson?
He is her great, great, great grandfather.
How does the loss of his parents shape Robert’s feelings about family?
He misses his father, he feels isolated, and searches for belonging.
Why is Robert Runs considered an important story for understanding Australian history?
It shows the impacts of the Stolen Generations and celebrates resilience and cultural survival.
How does Miss Adams treat the children at the Mission?
She is kinder and shows small moments of compassion but sill has her cruel days.
Name one cultural figure or story that helps Robert connect to his heritage.
Multuggerah / Mundagutta / The Frog / The Elder
How does Multuggerah help Robert and Jonothan understand their identity?
Represents cultural strength and bravery.
How does the Mission try to control or replace the idea of family for children like Robert?
By removing cultural connections and enforcing strict rules.
How does Robert’s journey reflect the resilience of those affected by the Stolen Generations?
He finds strength through cultural stories, connection to Country, and the guidance of Elders.
Name the 3 main characters who worked on the mission and a character trait for each one.
Boss Man was cruel and beat the children.
Miss Adams was kind but also had her cruel days, very unhappy and wanted to teach the little children.
Mr Mcrae was kind and respected Aboriginal culture.
Why is Robert’s cultural identity important to his journey in the novel?
It helps him heal, understand who he is, and find strength.
What is the purpose of including symbols like the Elder and Mundagutta?
To connect Robert (and readers) to Aboriginal culture and resilience.
How does Robert’s experience reflect the impact of the Stolen Generations on family connections?
Families were broken apart, and children lost cultural identity and belonging.
Why is learning about the Stolen Generations important today?
To understand Australia’s history, acknowledge harm, and support reconciliation.
What are some of the strict rules the children must follow at the Mission?
Set routines, no cultural practices, punishments for disobedience.
It represents the destruction of their culture.
State 3 facts about Multuggerah.
He is related to Jonathan / Brave warrior / Fought against the 'white man' (blood for blood), settlers mascaraed his tribe.