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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Herriot is injured while trying to operate on what kind of animal?

2. Herriot has to go and stay with what character?

3. What is Herriot doing when he first meets Dr. Farnon?

4. What is given to Herriot at the end of this chapter?

5. What does Mrs. Mallard say is wrong with her dog?

Short Essay Questions

1. What unexpected fact about Dr Grier and one of his clients, named Mrs Mallard, does Herriot uncover?

2. How does Herriot astound Phin Calvert with his treatments?

3. Why do you think the episode with the Coopers is important?

4. Herriot is from the city. What does chapter 10 show us about the difference between the way rural folk approach life and how urban residents approach life?

5. Explain briefly how chapters 14 and 15 continue to show us Tristan's lack of responsibility?

6. How do the events in chapter 37 reflect Dr. Farnon's lack of consistentcy?

7. Briefly describe how Tristan handles a tough assignment in chapter 24.

8. In chapter 21, Tristan is given a very tough assignment. What is the task and what do you think it says about Dr. Farnon?

9. What lesson do you think Herriot learns in chapter 34?

10. Who is Miss Harbottle and why does she get upset with Dr. Farnon?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Mrs. Pumphrey is an example of someone whose love of animals causes real problems for her pets and for Herriot. Explain this idea and whether you agree or disagree with it. Give examples to support your opinions.

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast Dr. Farnon with James Herriot. Discuss both professional and personal areas where they are alike and different. Give examples.

Essay Topic 3

Compare and contrast the Tavener family and the Alton family in this book.

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