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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. Spring is also the time when what procedure is done on yearling horses?

2. What other diagnosis does Herriot make?

3. This chapter reveals that Dr. Farnon has a surprising following of _____________.

4. What is the outcome of Herriot's treatment of the cow?

5. What is unusual about his appearance when he arrives at this farm?

Short Essay Questions

1. What unpleasant task does Herriot deal with in chapter 25?

2. How would you describe Tristan and Dr. Farnon's relationship?

3. Briefly describe Angus Grier.

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

5. Chapter 11 deals with what kind of relationship?

6. Briefly describe the embarrassing event that happens to Herriot in this chapter.

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

8. Briefly explain the compelling episode with the farmer named Watson.

9. What community disaster involving Tristan happens in chapter 16?

10. How does Herriot help Ticki Woo in chapter 30.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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

Essay Topic 2

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

Essay Topic 3

Dr. Herriot is very confident in some areas of his life and very unsure of himself in other areas of his life. Give examples to support the previous statement and explain why you believe he could be characterized as being sure or unsure of himself.

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