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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 27-30.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happened to Richard Carmondy on a call with Herriot?
(a) He quit and decided to go home.
(b) He openly contradicted Herriot infront of a farmer.
(c) He lost his dignity when a dog bit him on his buttocks.
(d) The farmer laughed at him.

2. Which of the following best describes Zoe, Granville's wife?
(a) A quiet and subdued domestic wife.
(b) A radiant and independent beauty.
(c) A warm and welcoming home matron.
(d) A bitter and sarcastic older woman.

3. How many cats does Mrs. Bond keep?
(a) Only Boris.
(b) One indoor cat and five outdoor cats.
(c) Many many cats both indoors and out.
(d) Three indoor cats and three outdoor cats.

4. What two animals does Herriot treat or diagnose at the Darrowby show?
(a) A cow and a dog.
(b) A pig and a horse.
(c) A cow and a pig.
(d) A dog and a pony.

5. Which of the following best characterizes Herriot's opinion of Carmondy at the end of their acquaintance?
(a) He thought he was comical.
(b) He was tired of his attitude.
(c) He liked him.
(d) He thought he was intolerable.

Short Answer Questions

1. What would Cliff do after he fought with his wife?

2. What takes Herriot to the Alderson homestead in chapter seven?

3. Why were dogs flocking to Mr. Partridge's house?

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

5. What does Herriot learn about the Bamfords the day after he goes there?

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