Chapter 5 - Rabbit Proof Fence | Baamboozle - Baamboozle

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Who were Molly’s close companions later

Gracie and Daisy

How did the Mardu adapt their lifestyle at Jigalong

they became semi-nomadic

Who was the father of Maude’s baby

Thomas Craig

What did Jigalong become for ceremonies

a permanent base camp

When was Jigalong established

1907

What was the baby named

Molly

Why was the rabbit-proof fence maintained

to keep branches debris and animals from damaging it

Who removed the girls from their family

Constable Riggs

Why did older Mardu people come to Jigalong

for food safety and refuge from white men

What did Mr Keeling record about Molly

she was the first half-caste child born at Jigalong

Why was Molly often isolated as a child

she had lighter skin

Where were the girls taken

Moore River Native Settlement

What belief did the government hold about part-Aboriginal children

they were more intelligent and trainable

Why could the white fathers not stop the removals

it was enforced by government law

What was Jigalong originally established as

a government depot

How did the family show grief after the removal

wailing and self-inflicted cuts

Why did many women give birth in the bush

to avoid having their babies taken

What institutions were created for these children

Moore River and Carralup settlements

Why was Maude relieved when her betrothal was rejected

she did not want to marry Gillbu

Why did Mr Keeling report the girls

he believed they were treated unfairly

Who was the Superintendent of Jigalong

the Protector of Aborigines

Why was the baby insulted at birth

to protect her from evil spirits

What job did Maude do at the depot

domestic help and translator

Who was Maude betrothed to as a child

old Gillbu

What items were distributed to the Mardu people

food rations clothing tobacco and blankets