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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 13 - 15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the name of the man who was afraid James might accidentally castrate him because James was getting too close to his private parts with his scalpel?
(a) Kevin O'Haggarty
(b) John O'Reilly
(c) Tim Mulligan
(d) Rory O'Hagan

2. What does the baby Sidney's father do for a living?
(a) He's a butcher.
(b) He's a backer.
(c) He's a carpenter.
(d) He's a Chimney Sweep.

3. What was the name of the dog who got a ball stuck in his throat?
(a) Benny
(b) Buddy
(c) Teddy
(d) Willy

4. What is the name of the retired shepherd who sat in the same place every night at the Fox and Hounds?
(a) Edward Carey.
(b) Sidney Cartwright.
(c) Hubert Black.
(d) Albert Close.

5. What does Tristan make for every meal when Siegfried makes him cook?
(a) Sausage and mash.
(b) Porridge and bacon.
(c) Eggs and ham.
(d) Eggs and toast.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the nursing home Helen is in before she gives birth?

2. What is the name of Herriot's Flight Commander?

3. When James was reading Black's Veterinary Dictionary he was reminded about castrating what animals?

4. How far away by bus is Herriot from his pregnant wife?

5. According to vets in Herriot's time what is the worst sign of all in bovines?

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