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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 41:.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What reason did Captain Langley give Mr. Gordon for why he used check-reigns on his cart horses?
(a) He wanted his horses to know he was in charge.
(b) He liked to see his horses hold their heads up.
(c) He thought the horses liked it.
(d) He thought it was a necessary training tool.

2. What type of stick did the boys riding Merrylegs use to whip him?
(a) Oak.
(b) Hazel.
(c) Cedar.
(d) Hickory.

3. Which type of driver did Black Beauty prefer for himself?
(a) Low-rein driver.
(b) Loose-rein driver.
(c) High-rein driver.
(d) Tight-rein driver.

4. What was John’s sister’s name?
(a) Theodora.
(b) Nelly.
(c) Laura.
(d) Josephine.

5. Who was Little Joe Green?
(a) James’ replacement.
(b) John’s nephew.
(c) Farmer Bushby’s son.
(d) Squire Gordon’s nephew.

Short Answer Questions

1. How was Sir Clifford Williams related to Mr. Gordon?

2. Who did Merrylegs throw off of him in Chapter 9?

3. What did Jerry nickname the coster-boy who had a great relationship with his horse?

4. What was Jerry’s final answer to Mr. Briggs regarding the job Mr. Briggs offered him?

5. What day of the week did Jerry spend with his family?

(see the answer key)

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