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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Tristan next is asked to care for a dog which has what problem?

2. In chapter 12, Tristan is given what responsibility?

3. This animal has a number of health issues, many are caused by what?

4. What does Herriot help Grier do?

5. Herriot and Grier are both of what ancestry?

Short Essay Questions

1. Chapter 11 deals with what kind of relationship?

2. Briefly describe Angus Grier.

3. What lesson do you think Herriot learns in chapter 34?

4. How do the events in chapter 37 reflect Dr. Farnon's lack of consistentcy?

5. What happens in chapter 31 that helps to show Herriot's human side?

6. Who is Miss Harbottle and why does she get upset with Dr. Farnon?

7. Ticki Woo shows up in chapter 13 and reappears later in the book. Why do you think Herriot includes accounts of Ticki Woo and its owner?

8. What mistake does Herriot make in chapter 32?

9. How would you describe Herriot?

10. What trait do you think is revealed about Dr. Farnon in chapter 27. Briefly explain your answer.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare and contrast Dr. Farnon with James Herriot. Discuss both professional and personal areas where they are alike and different. Give examples.

Essay Topic 2

Mrs. Pumphrey is an example of someone whose love of animals causes real problems for her pets and for Herriot. Explain this idea and whether you agree or disagree with it. Give examples to support your opinions.

Essay Topic 3

List 5 characters you liked in the book and 5 characters you disliked. Explain your choices and use examples from the book to support your opinions.

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