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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. What problem does Dr. Farnon constantly have to battle?

2. What does Herriot do so he can see Helen more often?

3. What activity is Herriot involved in which is illegal?

4. Herriot intends to bet on a horse, but misses the race. How did the horse he wanted to place his money on do in the race?

5. Who are the Altons?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. The Rudd's are a large, poor farming family. What does Herriot discover about how they have enough for everyone at mealtime?

3. What does Dr. Farnon do to Herriot in chapter 65 and why does he do it?

4. What seems to upset Miss Stubbs about her impending death, and what does Herriot tell her that seems to give her comfort?

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

6. What important responsibility does Herriot take on in chapter 41? Why is this so important?

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

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

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

10. Through out chapter 46, Herriot gives anecdotes to prove a point, what is the point?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In one chapter, Herriot has to put down an older lady's dog. Herriot calms her fears by talking with her about the afterlife of animals. What does he tell her that gives her some comfort? Do you agree with his statements? Whether or not you believe animals have souls, do you think it is right for humans to end the lives of animals? Is it never appropriate? Always appropriate? Or does it depend upon the circumstances?

Essay Topic 2

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.

Essay Topic 3

Explain the circumstances in and around the story of Herriot and the butcher. What lesson do you think Herriot was trying to teach the butcher? Do you think he did a good job of teaching that lesson? Explain your answers.

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