29 Questions
What musical piece does the narrator finally understand the sound of in the text?
Vivaldi's 'Spring' concerto
How does the uncle respond when the narrator questions why they didn't drive to the camp?
He mentions Piggy's dislike of cars as the reason for walking.
How does the narrator describe the camp upon arrival?
A dilapidated paradise
What does the uncle use as an analogy to urge the narrator to hurry?
A bunyip
How does the narrator feel about his uncle's musical ability?
He suspects his uncle is tone-deaf.
What alternative name does the uncle offer for himself to the narrator?
'Ruf for short
What behavior are the animals known for in the text?
Showing aggression and mischief
Why did the speaker go to the river according to the text?
To observe animal behavior
What is Convict Rock known for in the text?
Serving as a hiding spot for convicts
Why do people say Convict Rock is haunted according to the text?
Based on stories of escaped convicts
What does Colin mention about Tasmania's history in the text?
It was settled as a colony in 1803
What is the significance of the water's reflection in the text?
Symbolizes purity and tranquility
What did Shadow bring back as a gift to the narrator?
A dead animal
How did the narrator feel while watching Shadow eat the animal?
Fascinated, proud, and sad
What did the narrator instruct Shadow to do with the dead animal?
Eat it
Why does the narrator mention that Shadow's fate is no longer in their control?
Because Shadow has grown and must return to Old Stevie
Which event marked the beginning of significant changes for Shadow according to Uncle Ruff?
'90s bushfire
What was Uncle Ruff doing when the narrator asked about Shadow?
Listening to Piggy's heartbeat
What animals are the thylacine often compared to in the text?
Tigers and hyenas
Why does the narrator wonder if Shadow misses his real mother?
Remembering the mother's awful death
What did Father warn about regarding Old Stevie's authority over Shadow?
Not to interfere with Stevie's decisions
What precaution does the narrator take at night regarding Shadow?
Ensuring he doesn't wander in the dark
Why does Old Stevie allow the narrator to raise Shadow for a period?
Until Shadow is fully grown
What does the narrator use when taking Shadow on bushwalks?
Rope leash made by Old Stevie
What does Shadow do when the narrator plays the piano?
Sits back on his tail and blinks his eyes
How did the war impact the bush according to the narrator?
Emptied the bush of its hunters
What is the narrator's favorite study subject?
Shadow and other native animals
How does the narrator describe Grandmother's role in their studies?
She brings a variety of books and papers for study
Who sat under the ferns listening to the piano with Shadow on a warm night?
Another smaller tiger
Read a narrative about a person taking care of a thylacine and a clumsy puppy, reflecting on the thylacine's past and safety. Speculate on the thylacine's emotions and ponder about its future. Discover the dynamics between characters like Father and Old Stevie.
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