Gallipoli

1. Where is the film set? The film is set in the Australian outback.
2. What was Archie’s occupation? Archie was a campion sprinter.
3. After dinner, how did Archie’s uncle amuse the children? Archie’s uncle told them the story of the Jungle Book.
4. Why do you think Archie was keen to go to war? A lot of his friends were signing up and he wanted to be part of it with them.
5. What reasons did the fettlers have for joining up? After reading in the news paper about what the Turks had done to Australians already they decided they had to be in it.
6. Why was Frank reluctant? Frank didn’t want to go out and get shot like everyone else.
7. Why do you believe so many people attended sports meetings at this time? The Australian Army recruitment officers were going to be there after the event to try people out.
8. Why did Australians enlist in the Great War? They felt it was a requirement and it was their duty to fight for their country.
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