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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 34-37.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Herriot goes walking through the vegetables to clear his mind, what does he hear?
(a) That Helen and Richard were to be married.
(b) Someone defending him against the accusations.
(c) About suspected corruption and cheating in the vegetable competitions.
(d) That gossip and rumors are the best part of the show.

2. What do the Kirby's do that Mr. Brown does not?
(a) They apologize for getting him up early.
(b) They wish Herriot a Merry Christmas.
(c) All of the above.
(d) They offer Herriot something to eat and drink.

3. What odd tools did Mr. Ross require to fix the animal?
(a) A step ladder and a ten foot rope.
(b) Ginger root and hot water.
(c) Sugar, a bottle, and a pig stool.
(d) Carrots and the mother's milk.

4. What animal does Herriot place first in the Family Pets competition?
(a) The labrador.
(b) The goldfish.
(c) A tabby cat.
(d) The mynah bird.

5. What is Gyp's response when he sees Sweep years later?
(a) He has an epileptic fit.
(b) He runs madly in circles.
(c) He runs to help him work sheep in the dog trial.
(d) He barks.

Short Answer Questions

1. Mr. Ross is upset and wants to leave the Thwaite farm when he hears what news?

2. What was the challenge measuring ponies at the Darrowby show?

3. Who goes with Herriot to the Darrowby show?

4. What does Herriot tell Mrs. Chapman as he leaves her house the night of the Daffodil Ball?

5. What holiday is Herriot about to celebrate in chapter twenty?

(see the answer key)

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