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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What response does Mrs. Crump have to Mr. Crump offering Herriot some of his wine?
(a) She warns Herriot that it is terrible.
(b) She is offended and leaves.
(c) She tells him not to pester people by offering it.
(d) She encourages Herriot to try some of everything.

2. What flavors of wine does Herriot try at Mr. Crumps house?
(a) Dandelion, turnips, and cowslip.
(b) Parsely, clover, gooseberry, bettroot, and crabapple.
(c) Rhubarb, elderflower, blackberry, and parsnip,
(d) All of the above.

3. Who is Granville Bennett?
(a) A dangerously incompetent veterinarian nearby.
(b) A very accomplished small animal vet in a nearby town.
(c) A local horse vet.
(d) An animal healer.

4. Why did Harry say that Monty was ungrateful?
(a) Herriot had saved his life and the bull had turned on him.
(b) Monty could have been put down, but they saved him.
(c) He was mean despite living an easy life.
(d) Monty refused the food offered to him.

5. What does Granville Bennett do for Herriot?
(a) None of the above.
(b) Recommend him to a local farmer.
(c) Agree to hand over a patient that needed to be hospitalized.
(d) Operate on an old spaniel in delicate condition.

6. Why is communication with Joe Mulligan difficult?
(a) Joe is nearly deaf.
(b) Joe has an extremely thick accent.
(c) Joe never pays attention and does what he thinks is best.
(d) Joe always argues.

7. What would Cliff do after he fought with his wife?
(a) Throw himself into his work.
(b) Go to the stables and spend the night with the horses.
(c) Make her sleep outside.
(d) Disapear for a few days and return as if nothing had happened.

8. What does Mr Kendall give to Siegfried when they call to his ranch to see a cow?
(a) Fake money.
(b) A stethoscope Siegfried left there.
(c) A jug of ale to share when the job was done.
(d) Lunch.

9. What delightful occurrence makes Herriot forget his discomfort while out for a moment in chapter one?
(a) The farmer's hearty welcome and thanks.
(b) The sight of a cow he saved the year before.
(c) The birth of a new lamb.
(d) A taste of Mrs Ingledew's pie.

10. Why did Harry Sumner get Monty?
(a) Because he was for sale at the fair for almost nothing.
(b) To improve his herd.
(c) Because something had been attacking his cows.
(d) Monty was given to him because he was mean.

11. What animals does Herriot have to judge in the family pet competition?
(a) A wide array from Mynah birds to bulldogs to goldfish.
(b) Dogs and cats.
(c) A broad selection of dogs, mostly herding dogs.
(d) Dogs, cats, rabbits, and a fish.

12. What is the last thing Herriot sees at the Darrowby show?
(a) The usual officiator laughing over beer with all the farmers.
(b) Helen leaving in a fancy car with Richard while he crank starts his.
(c) The goldfish in its bowl forgotten on a table.
(d) The cow he treated at the beginning getting into a truck.

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

14. In chapter one, Herriot returns to bed after a long night out. Where was he?
(a) Rescuing Mr. Ingledew's injured horse.
(b) Delivering a lamb at the Ingledew farm.
(c) Stuck at a social gathering at the Ingledew farm.
(d) Out drinking with Mr. Ingledew.

15. What do Helen and Herriot need that he is designated to pick up at house sales?
(a) Linens.
(b) Basics for the house like chairs and rugs.
(c) Antiques to give as gifts.
(d) Decor for the walls.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the beginning of chapter 15, why is Siegfried especially touchy and cantankerous?

2. What is Jock's favorite thing?

3. What was Herriot's opinion of horse work?

4. What happened to Badger?

5. Why does Herriot end up officiating at the Darrowby show?

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