The drovers wife
What does the Drovers wife use to protect her childdren?
A. A broom B. Shotgun C. A frying pan D. A whip
B. A shotgun
What is the Dogs name?
A. Bluey B. Rex C. Tommy D. Max
B. Rex
What does "Shooting the moon" mean in the story?
A. Escaping at night without paying rent B. Hunting kangaroos C. Strealing a horse D. Camping under the stars
A. Escaping at night without paying rent
True or False: The townspeople are deeply emotional about the funeral.
False
Jack remembers this person crying when he first smoked. A. His father B. His sister C. His mother D. His teacher
C. His mother
To protect the children, where does the mum make her children sleep.
on the kitchen table
Who are the three gold miners who own Tommy and accidentally create the explosive disaster?
Dave, Jim, Andy
Why do the men decide to leave?
Because they dont have money
What important detail about the dead man is forgotten by everyone.
His name
Which character is known for his dry humour and philosophical comments.
Jack Mitchell
This animal is described as “a big, black, yellow-eyed dog” and fiercely loyal. What is its name?
Alligator
Where were the men when Tommy brings the explosive into the place.
The pub
Who tried to sneak out the pub with Jack Mitchell?
Tom
What was the dead man doing before he died?
Which character is known for his dry humour and philosophical comments.
Mitchell
Which of the drovers wife relative was bitten by a snake and died?
A little son of her brother-in-law
Who was the fastest runner of the 3
Jim
What is Jack repeatedly asking for while telling his yarn?
One or two ___ closed respectfully until we got past
Pubs
Where did Jack Mitchell used to live?
Surry Hills, Sydney
The story ends with the drover’s wife doing what, showing her exhaustion and resilience.
crying quietly / breaking down after the danger passes
Where did Dave get the blasting powder from?
Sydney
What was the only thing Jack Mitchell never pawned off?
His revolver
What religion was the dead man?
Roman Catholic
What type of tabacco did Mitchell used to smoke
Niggerhead