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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7-9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is wrong with the cow that Herriot and Helen's father go to treat?
(a) A magnesium deficiency called "the staggers."
(b) They have no idea.
(c) A broken leg.
(d) She ate a poisonous plant.

2. What causes Herriot concern about Jock?
(a) Jock's puppies are Jock's equal in speed.
(b) Jock no longer seems to have fun chasing cars.
(c) Jock takes racing very seriously.
(d) All of the above.

3. How do Herbert and the ewe end up together?
(a) Herbert persisted until the ewe gave up.
(b) The ewe is too sick at first to notice it is not her lamb.
(c) The full udder was so uncomfortable the ewe liked Herbert to nurse.
(d) The farmer ties a dead lamb skin on Herberts back.

4. Who or what does Herriot end up prescribing a solution for that also cures the mastitis of Mr. Pickersgill's cow?
(a) Olive.
(b) The cow's dull coat.
(c) The odor in the barn.
(d) Mr. Pickersgill's back.

5. Why are Herriot and Tristan reluctant to fully diagnose Clancy?
(a) Because they are afraid of what they will find.
(b) None of the above.
(c) Because he is mean and extremely large.
(d) Because he is very smelly.

Short Answer Questions

1. In chapter one, Herriot returns to bed after a long night out. Where was he?

2. What delightful occurrence makes Herriot forget his discomfort while out for a moment in chapter one?

3. Why does Herbert not have a mother?

4. What form of self indulgence has Herriot developed over his time as a country vet?

5. What flavors of wine does Herriot try at Mr. Crumps house?

(see the answer key)

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