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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12:.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When spirited horses are not exercised enough, what are they sometimes called by humans?
(a) Mean.
(b) Out of control.
(c) Skittish.
(d) Hopeless.

2. What name did Ginger say Samson wanted to make her be, which caused her great anger?
(a) Obedient.
(b) Subservient.
(c) Horseflesh.
(d) Lady-like.

3. What did Merrylegs do to first hint to the boys in Chapter 9 that he was tired and ready to be done?
(a) Stopped several times.
(b) Sat down.
(c) Kept heading back toward the barn.
(d) Made a “nay”ing sound.

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

5. What was James’ last name?
(a) Smith.
(b) Henderson.
(c) Gordon.
(d) Howard.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which member of the Gordon family always rode Black Beauty in a riding party?

2. Where does a bridle go on a horse?

3. What was Mr. Blomefield’s occupation?

4. How many of Black Beauty’s feet were white?

5. How tall were Black Beauty and Ginger?

(see the answer key)

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