10 Questions
What did the narrator miss most in their new place?
Liberty
How long had the narrator had liberty in their life?
Three years and a half
What did the narrator find hard to do in their new place?
Not having liberty to do as they liked
What did the narrator do when they had less exercise than usual?
They felt full of life and spring
How did John react to the narrator's behavior when they were exercising?
He was good and patient
What did John do when he noticed that the horses were feeling restless and playful?
He would give them a few miles at a spanking trot
Why did the carriage never go out on Sundays?
The church was not far off
What did the horses enjoy doing when they were given their liberty on Sundays?
Gallop, lie down, and roll over on their backs
How did John usually communicate with the horses?
By the tone of his voice or the touch of the rein
What did John call the horses' high-spirited behavior when they were not exercised enough?
The fidgets
Read about Black Beauty's experiences in his new home, where he has good food and a comfortable stable, but misses his freedom. How well do you understand his story?
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