Narrative about a Thylacine and a Puppy

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What musical piece does the narrator finally understand the sound of in the text?

Beethoven's Fifth Symphony

Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake

Vivaldi's 'Spring' concerto (correct)

Mozart's 'Eine kleine Nachtmusik'

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. (correct)

He states that driving is not allowed in that area.

He apologizes for not driving.

He says that walking is good exercise.

How does the narrator describe the camp upon arrival?

A bustling metropolis

A tranquil garden

A modern resort

A dilapidated paradise (correct)

What does the uncle use as an analogy to urge the narrator to hurry?

A bunyip Signup and view all the answers

How does the narrator feel about his uncle's musical ability?

He suspects his uncle is tone-deaf. Signup and view all the answers

What alternative name does the uncle offer for himself to the narrator?

'Ruf for short Signup and view all the answers

What behavior are the animals known for in the text?

Showing aggression and mischief Signup and view all the answers

Why did the speaker go to the river according to the text?

To observe animal behavior Signup and view all the answers

What is Convict Rock known for in the text?

Serving as a hiding spot for convicts Signup and view all the answers

Why do people say Convict Rock is haunted according to the text?

Based on stories of escaped convicts Signup and view all the answers

What does Colin mention about Tasmania's history in the text?

It was settled as a colony in 1803 Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the water's reflection in the text?

Symbolizes purity and tranquility Signup and view all the answers

What did Shadow bring back as a gift to the narrator?

A dead animal Signup and view all the answers

How did the narrator feel while watching Shadow eat the animal?

Fascinated, proud, and sad Signup and view all the answers

What did the narrator instruct Shadow to do with the dead animal?

Eat it Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

Which event marked the beginning of significant changes for Shadow according to Uncle Ruff?

'90s bushfire Signup and view all the answers

What was Uncle Ruff doing when the narrator asked about Shadow?

Listening to Piggy's heartbeat Signup and view all the answers

What animals are the thylacine often compared to in the text?

Tigers and hyenas Signup and view all the answers

Why does the narrator wonder if Shadow misses his real mother?

Remembering the mother's awful death Signup and view all the answers

What did Father warn about regarding Old Stevie's authority over Shadow?

Not to interfere with Stevie's decisions Signup and view all the answers

What precaution does the narrator take at night regarding Shadow?

Ensuring he doesn't wander in the dark Signup and view all the answers

Why does Old Stevie allow the narrator to raise Shadow for a period?

Until Shadow is fully grown Signup and view all the answers

What does the narrator use when taking Shadow on bushwalks?

Rope leash made by Old Stevie Signup and view all the answers

What does Shadow do when the narrator plays the piano?

Sits back on his tail and blinks his eyes Signup and view all the answers

How did the war impact the bush according to the narrator?

Emptied the bush of its hunters Signup and view all the answers

What is the narrator's favorite study subject?

Shadow and other native animals Signup and view all the answers

How does the narrator describe Grandmother's role in their studies?

She brings a variety of books and papers for study Signup and view all the answers

Who sat under the ferns listening to the piano with Shadow on a warm night?

Another smaller tiger Signup and view all the answers