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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 does Herriot do so he can see Helen more often?
2. What annual work-related event is taking place in this chapter?
3. How is farmer Sidlow described?
4. In chapter 46, Herriot has a theory which might be summed up by saying what?
5. Why is progress so difficult for Herriot to make with his relationship with Helen?
Short Essay Questions
1. Briefly describe Herriot's encounter with a Great Dane.
2. Dr. Farnon has many problems, but he has one that seems to be the worst. What is it, and has he done anything to try and solve it?
3. When Helen comes to the office with her dog what does Herriot do?
4. Briefly describe what it means for a horse to founder.
5. List four things Herriot tells us about Tim Alton.
6. Why does Tristan decide that Herriot should go to a dance?
7. What is reason Herriot joins the music society and what is the result?
8. What happens when Herriot responds to a call in the middle of a snowstorm?
9. Why do you think Herriot wants to take Helen to a movie about the Scots?
10. How would you describe Herriot's relationship with farmer Worley and why?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
James Herriot's book is an account of young man who moves into a new community, begins a new career, and has to establish a new group of relationships. List and explain several of the major adjustments Herriot had to make in his life. Give examples of how he established a new life.
Essay Topic 2
Do you think Tristan is treated fairly in the way Herriot presents him in this book? Give examples to explain and justify your answer.
Essay Topic 3
Herriot shows much knowledge of veterinary medicine, as well as much intuition throughout the book. Which do you think is more important to his practice? Explain your choice.
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