10 Questions
What was the reason behind the family's decision to drive inland?
To experience the adventure of driving through the countryside
What was the distinguishing feature of the roads they drove on inland?
Roads with hazardous holes and potholes
What was the family's first impression of the inland scenery?
They found it dull and uninteresting
What did the family observe about the kangaroos they saw?
They were feeding on thin grass on the roadside
What was the purpose of the cattle drovers the family met?
To drive their cattle towards areas with more rain
What was the writer's initial impression of the lifestyle of the people they were traveling with?
It was strange and unattractive.
What type of animals were primarily featured at the zoo?
Australian animals
What prompted the crocodiles to jump out of the water during the show?
Meat was hung in the air.
Why were the two new crocodiles transported to the zoo in special boxes?
To keep them cool and quiet during the journey.
Why did the writer decide not to get too close to the mother kangaroo?
Because the mother kangaroo could kick fiercely.
Study Notes
Australian Road Trip
- The family drove through the Australian countryside, initially along the coast, then turned inland to explore the scenery.
- The inland roads were hazardous, with many holes, and the scenery was dry plains with eucalyptus trees and few flowering plants.
Towns and Wildlife
- The family drove through several tiny towns, separated by miles of empty road, with occasional houses on the roadside.
- They saw large adult kangaroos feeding on the roadside grass, especially at sunset.
- The kangaroos stayed away from vehicles, avoiding potential crashes.
Cattle Drovers
- The family met cattle drovers who drove their cattle thousands of miles over months, towards areas with rain.
- There were five drovers responsible for over a thousand animals, without knowing what would happen from one day to the next.
The Zoo
- The family visited a huge zoo in a big town, featuring mainly Australian animals.
- They saw a crocodile show, where crocodiles jumped out of the water to catch meat.
- The crocodiles were fierce and snapping, unlike their calm appearance when asleep on a riverbank.
- Two new crocodiles arrived at the zoo, transported in special boxes, and were released into their pond.
Kangaroos at the Zoo
- The family saw kangaroos up close, and could touch them if desired.
- One kangaroo had a baby in its pouch, with only the baby's tail visible.
- Adult kangaroos can kick fiercely, so the family kept a safe distance.
A family embarks on a road trip across Australia, initially driving along the coast before deciding to explore the inland scenery. The trip starts with optimism but soon becomes dull and uncomfortable.
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