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Chapter 5 - Rabbit Proof Fence

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    Year 8 English
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  • What was Jigalong originally established as
    a government depot
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  • When was Jigalong established
    1907
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  • Why was the rabbit-proof fence maintained
    to keep branches debris and animals from damaging it
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  • Who was the Superintendent of Jigalong
    the Protector of Aborigines
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  • What items were distributed to the Mardu people
    food rations clothing tobacco and blankets
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  • Why did older Mardu people come to Jigalong
    for food safety and refuge from white men
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  • How did the Mardu adapt their lifestyle at Jigalong
    they became semi-nomadic
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  • What did Jigalong become for ceremonies
    a permanent base camp
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  • Who was Maude betrothed to as a child
    old Gillbu
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  • Why was Maude relieved when her betrothal was rejected
    she did not want to marry Gillbu
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  • What job did Maude do at the depot
    domestic help and translator
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  • Who was the father of Maude’s baby
    Thomas Craig
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  • What was the baby named
    Molly
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  • Why was the baby insulted at birth
    to protect her from evil spirits
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  • What did Mr Keeling record about Molly
    she was the first half-caste child born at Jigalong
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  • Why was Molly often isolated as a child
    she had lighter skin
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