Neighbours By Tim Winton! Quiz

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1.

The young couple moves to a multicultural neighborhood.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The statement is indicating that the young couple has moved to a multicultural neighborhood. This means that the neighborhood consists of people from different cultural backgrounds or ethnicities. The answer "True" suggests that the statement is accurate and the young couple has indeed moved to a multicultural neighborhood.

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2.

The young couple never learns to like their neighbors.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
In the end the couple is proud to live in the neighborhood

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3.

The short story takes place in New Zeland.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The story takes place in the area Moreton Bay in Australia

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4.

The couple is married.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
They are newly-wed

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5.

The timespan in the story is six months.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The timespan in the story is almost a year - three seasons are mentioned in particular - autumn, winter and late summer

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6.

The couple is used to neighbors that are quiet and seldom seen.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The statement suggests that the couple is accustomed to having neighbors who are quiet and rarely seen. This implies that they prefer a peaceful and private environment. Therefore, the correct answer is true, indicating that the couple is indeed used to such neighbors.

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7.

The woman is a student and the man is a classic breadwinner who works hard every day.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The man writes on his thesis about the twentieth century novel while the woman is working

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8.

In the beginning, all the neighbors are watchful and acting suspiciously towards each other.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
It is not until Autumn that they begin to interact with each other

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9.

During the autumn the couple has to figure out themselves how to plant vegetables in their garden.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Their neighbors are very friendly and helpful

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10.

In the winter they keep ducks.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The statement suggests that in the winter season, ducks are kept. This implies that ducks are specifically cared for or housed during this time, possibly due to the harsh weather conditions or other reasons. Therefore, the answer "True" indicates that ducks are indeed kept during the winter.

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In the spring the couple finds out that the woman is pregnant.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The statement suggests that the couple discovers that the woman is pregnant during the spring. This implies that the woman has confirmed her pregnancy during this season.

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12.

The whole neighborhood ignores their pregnancy.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The whole neighborhood knows of their pregnancy - they are helpful and bring gifts

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13.

Birth comes abruptly and the woman has to give birth at home while their neighbors are cheering.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The statement suggests that birth can happen suddenly and unexpectedly, forcing a woman to give birth at home without any medical assistance. The neighbors cheering implies that there is a lack of professional help available and the community is trying to support and encourage the woman during this challenging time. Therefore, the given answer "True" indicates that the statement is accurate in describing a possible scenario of childbirth.

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14.

The young man is shocked by how his neighbors behave and respond to the childbirth.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The young man is very emotional and happy

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Neighbours By Tim Winton! Quiz

The young couple moves to a multicultural neighborhood.

The young couple never learns to like their neighbors.

The short story takes place in New Zeland.

The couple is married.

The timespan in the story is six months.

The couple is used to neighbors that are quiet and seldom seen.

The woman is a student and the man is a classic breadwinner who works hard every day.

In the beginning, all the neighbors are watchful and acting suspiciously towards each other.

During the autumn the couple has to figure out themselves how to plant vegetables in their garden.

In the winter they keep ducks.

In the spring the couple finds out that the woman is pregnant.

The whole neighborhood ignores their pregnancy.

Birth comes abruptly and the woman has to give birth at home while their neighbors are cheering.

The young man is shocked by how his neighbors behave and respond to the childbirth.