How Well Do You Know Jackie French
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Jacqueline "Jackie" French is an award-winning Australian author who has written over 140 books and has won more than 60 national and international awards. She is considered one of Australia's most popular and awarded children's authors, writing across a number of children's genres including picture books, history, fantasy and historical fiction. Can you name some of Jackie French's books?
- 1.
Why did I first decide to become an author?
- A.
I was in a desperate attempt to earn $106.40 to register my car
- B.
I love reading books...why not!
- C.
I needed to get money to rent a house
- D.
Someone said that I couldn't write :(
Correct Answer
A. I was in a desperate attempt to earn $106.40 to register my carExplanation
The correct answer is "I was in a desperate attempt to earn $106.40 to register my car." This implies that the individual became an author out of financial necessity, as they needed to earn money to register their car.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Which book is nominated to receive: Older Readers Picture Book of the Year 2015?
- A.
Diary of a Wombat
- B.
Flood
- C.
Wombat goes to School
- D.
Fire
Correct Answer
D. FireExplanation
Fire is nominated to receive the Older Readers Picture Book of the Year 2015.Rate this question:
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- 3.
My middle name is Elizabeth.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. False -
- 4.
Who am I married to?
- A.
Steve Irwin
- B.
David Jascal
- C.
Bryan Sullivan
- D.
Nate Connors
Correct Answer
C. Bryan Sullivan -
- 5.
What is my favourite animal?
Correct Answer
Wombats
Wombat - 6.
Who is the illustrator of 'Diary of a Wombat'?
- A.
John Teligrock
- B.
Bruce Whatley
- C.
Daniel Smith
- D.
Guy Parker-Rees
Correct Answer
B. Bruce WhatleyExplanation
Bruce Whatley is the illustrator of 'Diary of a Wombat'.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Were my parents your major influence?
- A.
Yes they have helped and supported me along the way :)
- B.
No. Wombats were! Wombats are determined animals which made me so determined to write books!
Correct Answer
B. No. Wombats were! Wombats are determined animals which made me so determined to write books! -
- 8.
What are my top 2 favourite colours? (pick two)
- A.
Yellow
- B.
Red
- C.
Blue
- D.
Purple
Correct Answer(s)
C. Blue
D. PurpleExplanation
The given answer states that the top 2 favorite colors are blue and purple. This implies that among the options provided (yellow, red, blue, purple), blue and purple are the preferred choices.Rate this question:
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- 9.
What was the first book I sold?
Correct Answer(s)
Rainstones - 10.
If I was born in November 1953 I am turning 63 in 2015.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The given statement is false because if someone was born in November 1953, they would be turning 62 in 2015, not 63.Rate this question:
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- 11.
What was my favourite Subjects at school?
- A.
English, Art
- B.
English, History
- C.
History, Maths
Correct Answer
B. English, HistoryExplanation
The correct answer is English, History. This suggests that the person's favorite subjects at school were English and History.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Am I dyslexic?
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The given answer "True" suggests that the person asking the question believes that they are dyslexic. Dyslexia is a learning disorder that affects a person's ability to read, write, and spell. If someone suspects that they have dyslexia, it is important for them to seek a professional evaluation and diagnosis from a qualified healthcare or education professional.Rate this question:
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- 13.
What is my favourite food?
- A.
Cherry Scones
- B.
Tomato Soup
- C.
Pudding
- D.
Double Chocolate Brownies
Correct Answer
A. Cherry Scones -
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