Black Beauty Chapter 1
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What was the coachman's name?

  • John Gordon
  • John Smith
  • John Parker
  • John Manly (correct)
  • What was the squire's plan for the new horse?

  • To take him around the common and the Highwood (correct)
  • To give him a good grooming
  • To put him back in his box
  • To ride him immediately after breakfast
  • What did John do to ensure the saddle fit comfortably?

  • He tried a different saddle (correct)
  • He loosened the straps
  • He tightened the straps
  • He didn't adjust the saddle
  • What did John say about the horse's spirit?

    <p>He has a fine spirit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who did John and the horse meet while riding in the park?

    <p>The squire and Mrs. Gordon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the horse see that did not frighten him?

    <p>A traveling cart hung with baskets and rugs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the horse's original name?

    <p>None of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did James think the horse resembled Rob Roy?

    <p>Because they were both bred by Farmer Grey</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did John do to the horse's mane and tail?

    <p>He made them almost as smooth as a lady's hair</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the horse feel about Ginger?

    <p>It grew friendly with her</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main purpose of Justice, the roan cob?

    <p>Riding or for the luggage cart</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Sir Oliver do besides being a favorite of the master?

    <p>Doing light carting on the estate and carrying the young ladies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was special about Sir Oliver's temperament?

    <p>He was very gentle and could be trusted with a child</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did the narrator not have the same level of intimacy with Justice as with Ginger?

    <p>Because they were in different stables</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Merrylegs, Miss Jessie, and Flora often do together?

    <p>Ride about in the orchard and play with Frisky</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where did John take the horse during the ride?

    <p>By the common and the Highwood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did John do to ensure the horse's comfort?

    <p>He adjusted the saddle to fit the horse's back</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the squire say about the horse's abilities?

    <p>The horse has a fine spirit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who met John and the horse while they were riding in the park?

    <p>The squire and Mrs. Gordon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which horse was used for riding or for the luggage cart?

    <p>Justice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was John's profession?

    <p>A coachman</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was special about Merrylegs' temperament?

    <p>He was cheerful and plucky</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was Sir Oliver's primary caretaker?

    <p>The master</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Ginger's relationship with the narrator?

    <p>They were intimate friends</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the young ladies often do with Merrylegs?

    <p>Rode him in the orchard</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the squire's impression of the horse after trying him out?

    <p>He was a very good and pleasant creature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of the name 'Black Beauty' chosen for the horse?

    <p>It was a name that meant something and was sensible</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was James' observation about the horse's resemblance to Rob Roy?

    <p>They were both sired by the same mare</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the horse's experience like when working with Ginger in the carriage?

    <p>They worked together harmoniously and efficiently</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was John's approach to cleaning and caring for the horse?

    <p>He was gentle and knew the horse's sensitive areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

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