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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 10-12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did Herriot hesitate to treat the dog in Chapter 2?
(a) He disapproved of the races.
(b) He didn't believe the dog was sick.
(c) He knew he would not get paid.
(d) He didn't like the owner.

2. How did the Mongolian Russians feel when they were captured?
(a) Happy.
(b) Terrified.
(c) Angry.
(d) Nonchalant.

3. What was the name of Herriot's partner?
(a) Stewart.
(b) Stephen.
(c) Simon.
(d) Siegfried.

4. What kind of surgery is Herriot doing when his son climbs a tree?
(a) Tumor removal.
(b) Thorn extraction.
(c) Castration.
(d) Spaying.

5. What were most veterinarians in Herriot's time specializing in?
(a) Domestic animals.
(b) Exotic animals.
(c) Small animals.
(d) Surgical means.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of animal was Herriot caring for in his first trip of the book?

2. Who captured the Mongolian Russians?

3. How many men were needed to help the injured cow in Chapter 6?

4. What fell on Herriot at the beginning of the book?

5. What did Miss Grantley routinely ask Herriot to run tests on for her animals?

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