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Multiple Choice
1. Cissie notes to Milly that when they buy fruit from Old Tony, he, “always sells us little shriveled ones and them wetjala kids big fat ones” (Act I, Scene 1). Which of the following phrases apply to this quote?
A) Aboriginal Australians are given preferences as reparations.
B) White people still receive preferential treatment.
C) The legacy of colonization did not result in systematic racism.
D) Fresh fruit is difficult for all people to access.
2. Which of the following phrases best describes the conversation between Miss Dunn and Mr. Neville in Act I, Scene 2?
A) A description of the perceived “inferiority” of Aboriginal people
B) A commentary on the problems of government aid
C) A recollection of the necessity of colonialism
D) A discussion on the difficulties of finding employment
3. Which of the following words best describes how the “wetjalas” in the government and law enforcement treat Aboriginal people?
A) With compassion
B) With apathy
C) With xenophobia
D) With trepidation
4. Which of the following words do Billy and Jimmy use to describe their particular Aboriginal heritage?
A) Their tribe
B) Their country
C) Their children
D) Their ancestors
5. Which of the following philosophies do Matron Neal and Mr.