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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 4-6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who owned the cattle Herriot was working with at the beginning of the book?
(a) Mr. Riley.
(b) Mr. Radley.
(c) Mr. Ripley.
(d) Mr. Riddley.

2. What did a sailor ask Herriot to show him on his first trip?
(a) How to tie a proper knot.
(b) How to feed the animals.
(c) How to sleep with the sound of the animals.
(d) How to calm an angry animal.

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

4. What was the name of Herriot's son who wanted special boots?
(a) Timmy.
(b) Johnny.
(c) Tommy.
(d) Jimmy.

5. What kind of boots did Herriot's son want when he was little?
(a) Golashes.
(b) Fishing waiters.
(c) Hobnail.
(d) Rubbers.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Where did Herriot travel to in his first trip of the book?

3. How did Herriot feel about the accommodations for the animals on his first trip?

4. How did Herriot feel about his accommodations on the ship of his first trip?

5. What was wrong with the cow that was thought to have a broken leg?

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