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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 Dr. Farnon lose at the horsetrack?

2. While he is at the Alderson home, what does Herriot ask Mr. Alderson?

3. What kind of animal does Dr. Farnon treat for a Gypsy family?

4. What is the family name of the cattle farmers who are four brothers?

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

Short Essay Questions

1. When Helen comes to the office with her dog what does Herriot do?

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

4. Why does Dr. Farnon not get the job at the racetrack?

5. What amusing events happen to Tristan in chapter 39?

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

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

8. What would be the major drawback to Dr. Farnon being the lead veterinarian at the racetrack?

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

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

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.

Essay Topic 2

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

Essay Topic 3

Do you think Herriot seems to be more attracted to the poorer families in the community or to the wealthier families? Explain your answer citing examples from the book.

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