Question 1

Where did Jake and Oliver set up their tent?

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They set up their tent outside near the bushland.

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They set up their tent on the sandy beach.

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They set up their tent inside the school hall.

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They set up their tent in the backyard garden.

Question 2

What meal did the boys cook over the fire?

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They cooked dinner by roasting sausages over the fire.

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They cooked soup by boiling vegetables over the fire.

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They cooked breakfast by frying eggs over the fire.

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They cooked lunch by making sandwiches over the fire.

Question 3

What blew across the clearing during dinner?

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A crumpled piece of paper blew across the clearing.

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A large brown bag blew across the clearing.

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A green plastic hat blew across the clearing.

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A shiny red balloon blew across the clearing.

Question 4

What was written on the letter the boys found?

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The letter warned them that a monster was near.

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The letter told them to look for hidden treasure.

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The letter invited them to a birthday party.

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The letter asked them to pack up their camp quickly.

Question 5

What animal turned out to be the 'monster'?

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The 'monster' turned out to be a kangaroo.

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The 'monster' turned out to be a wombat.

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The 'monster' turned out to be a wild dog.

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The 'monster' turned out to be an emu.

Question 6

Why did Jake laugh nervously when he read the letter?

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He laughed nervously because the letter sounded scary but strange.

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He laughed nervously because he wanted to hide from Oliver.

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He laughed nervously because he wanted to tear the letter.

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He laughed nervously because he planned to write another note.

Question 7

Why did the boys try not to think about the warning at night?

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They tried not to think about it because they wanted to enjoy their sleepover.

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They tried not to think about it because they wanted to trick the kangaroo.

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They tried not to think about it because they wanted to go home early.

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They tried not to think about it because they wanted to build a bigger tent.

Question 8

Why did the shadows and twigs frighten Oliver?

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They frightened him because the night made everything seem bigger and scarier.

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They frightened him because he was worried about losing the icecream.

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They frightened him because he thought Jake had left the camp.

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They frightened him because he thought the fire was too hot.

Question 9

Why did Jake call the kangaroo their 'monster'?

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He called it that because the kangaroo caused the noises and shadows.

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He called it that because the kangaroo hopped inside the tent.

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He called it that because the kangaroo left another letter.

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He called it that because the kangaroo stole their sausages.

Question 10

Why did Jake say they should bring two torches next time?

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He said it because they wanted to be better prepared in the dark.

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He said it because they wanted to play games with light.

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He said it because they wanted to cook faster at night.

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He said it because they wanted to frighten the kangaroo away.

Question 11

What lesson can children learn from this story?

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They can learn that fears are often less scary when faced.

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They can learn that letters should never be read.

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They can learn that camping is always dangerous for kids.

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They can learn that monsters live in the bush.

Question 12

How did the boys show bravery during the campout?

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They showed bravery by staying calm and facing the noises in the night.

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They showed bravery by asking the farmer to save them.

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They showed bravery by running home before dark.

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They showed bravery by hiding in the bush until morning.

Question 13

What might have happened if the boys had run from the 'monster'?

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They might have left their camp and missed seeing the kangaroo.

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They might have hidden in the tree for the whole night.

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They might have been chased by a group of emus.

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They might have found a treasure chest in the sand.

Question 14

Why is the 'monster' described as bigger than a million men?

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It is described that way to exaggerate how large the shadow looked.

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It is described that way to say the kangaroo was magic.

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It is described that way to say the kangaroo could fly away.

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It is described that way to show the kangaroo could talk.

Question 15

What do the boys’ final words show about them?

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Their final words show they were ready for more adventures together.

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Their final words show they never wanted to camp again.

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Their final words show they disliked being in the bush.

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Their final words show they only cared about the icecream.

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