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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 35 - 38.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Herriot's flying instructor say is "very good indeed, really masterly" about Herriot's first solo flight?
(a) His quick return to the flying field.
(b) The "side slip".
(c) The fact that he found his way back after being lost.
(d) The smooth landing.

2. What fatal disease does Paul's dog have?
(a) Liver cancer.
(b) Leukemia.
(c) Lung cancer.
(d) Hodgkin's disease.

3. What is the name of the man with the loudest voice James has ever heard?
(a) Lewis Hempson.
(b) Lon Henfield.
(c) Len Hampson.
(d) Larry Hampton.

4. What condition does Mr. Blackburn's cow have that makes her so weak and unable to give birth?
(a) Dispepsia.
(b) Breech birth.
(c) TB.
(d) Milk fever.

5. To what location are the RAF men marched every day for shooting practice?
(a) To the crest of Cherry Hill.
(b) To the athletic field of Waynesboro.
(c) To the beach of the town.
(d) To the top of Castle Hill.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Herriot describe Helen's maternity dress?

2. What is Andrew's dog's name?

3. Which farmer who James visits to treat one of the animals has a very soft voice, almost a whisper?

4. How many hours of instruction does James have before he is sent up for his first solo flight?

5. What is the name of the dog that jumps out at Herriot without warning and scares him each time he comes on a call?

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