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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. Who tries to help Herriot with his diagnosis?

2. What kind of animals does Herriot treat, with a new vaccine, for the Bramleys?

3. What happens to Dr. Farnon while at the horsetrack?

4. What character interrupts the trip to the Northwest Racing Circuit?

5. What does Dr. Farnon use to clean the windshield of his car?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Tristan decide that Herriot should go to a dance?

2. What is reason Herriot joins the music society and what is the result?

3. In chapter 58, Herriot describes a man's cow who has some bad habits. What are they?

4. What important character is introduced in chapter 40 and how does Herriot meet this person?

5. Do you think Herriot has a problem with farmer Sidlow? Why or why not?

6. List four things Herriot tells us about Tim Alton.

7. Do you think Herriot had fun at the dance to which he and Connie went? Why or why not?

8. How does Herriot save the Rudd's cow?

9. Briefly describe Herriot's encounter with a Great Dane.

10. What important event happens in chapter 48? How does Herriot feel about this event?

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

Do you think it is important that Helen brought Dan to Herriot's office to be treated? Why do you think she didn't just call and ask Herriot to come to the farm to help Dan? Do you think her decision to come the office affected her relationship with Herriot, and if so how? Fully explain your answers.

Essay Topic 3

Write a summary of the events that led to Helen and James Herriot's marriage. Were you surprised that they finally did get married? Explain your answer.

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