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What color was the boy's shirt?
What color was the boy's shirt?
- Yellow
- Red
- Green
- Blue (correct)
What did the boy use to hold up his breeches?
What did the boy use to hold up his breeches?
- Rope
- Leather
- Cowhide (correct)
- Twine
What color was the boy's hair compared to?
What color was the boy's hair compared to?
- Coal-colored
- Straw-colored (correct)
- Raven-colored
- Chestnut-colored
What did the man rest his arms on as he reached the fence?
What did the man rest his arms on as he reached the fence?
Who recognizes Justin Morgan as an old neighbor and schoolmaster?
Who recognizes Justin Morgan as an old neighbor and schoolmaster?
Who is introduced to Farmer Beane by Justin Morgan?
Who is introduced to Farmer Beane by Justin Morgan?
What does Farmer Beane offer upon Justin Morgan and Joel Goss' arrival?
What does Farmer Beane offer upon Justin Morgan and Joel Goss' arrival?
What does Justin Morgan mention his need for the money to pay off?
What does Justin Morgan mention his need for the money to pay off?
What does Farmer Beane propose to give Justin Morgan instead of cash to settle the debt?
What does Farmer Beane propose to give Justin Morgan instead of cash to settle the debt?
What premium does Farmer Beane offer along with the colt?
What premium does Farmer Beane offer along with the colt?
Who expresses willingness to take care of the colts?
Who expresses willingness to take care of the colts?
What is Justin Morgan concerned about regarding the colts?
What is Justin Morgan concerned about regarding the colts?
What interrupts the conversation between Justin Morgan, Joel Goss, and Farmer Beane?
What interrupts the conversation between Justin Morgan, Joel Goss, and Farmer Beane?
What is Farmer Beane's profession?
What is Farmer Beane's profession?
What does Justin Morgan need the money for?
What does Justin Morgan need the money for?
What is the reason for Farmer Beane's inability to repay the debt?
What is the reason for Farmer Beane's inability to repay the debt?
What are the names of the two horses owned by Farmer Beane?
What are the names of the two horses owned by Farmer Beane?
Why is Master Morgan hesitant to keep both horses?
Why is Master Morgan hesitant to keep both horses?
What is Little Bub's behavior like when he encounters dogs?
What is Little Bub's behavior like when he encounters dogs?
What meal does Mistress Beane make for Joel?
What meal does Mistress Beane make for Joel?
What does Joel feel about waking up at Farmer Beane's place?
What does Joel feel about waking up at Farmer Beane's place?
What is Little Bub's demeanor described as, except when encountering dogs?
What is Little Bub's demeanor described as, except when encountering dogs?
What does Joel try to do when he sneaks out of bed?
What does Joel try to do when he sneaks out of bed?
What does Mistress Beane encourage Joel to eat along with Indian meal porridge?
What does Mistress Beane encourage Joel to eat along with Indian meal porridge?
What is the demeanor of the colts when Joel approaches them in the meadow?
What is the demeanor of the colts when Joel approaches them in the meadow?
What does Joel feel determined to do when he approaches the colts?
What does Joel feel determined to do when he approaches the colts?
Why is Master Morgan initially not convinced about Joel taking care of Little Bub?
Why is Master Morgan initially not convinced about Joel taking care of Little Bub?
What does Joel believe is the right time to connect with the colts?
What does Joel believe is the right time to connect with the colts?
What did Joel offer to Little Bub and Ebenezer?
What did Joel offer to Little Bub and Ebenezer?
Who helps Joel and Ebenezer on their journey?
Who helps Joel and Ebenezer on their journey?
What is Little Bub's initial reaction to Joel?
What is Little Bub's initial reaction to Joel?
What does Joel envision Indian braves doing as Master Morgan shares the history of the Connecticut River?
What does Joel envision Indian braves doing as Master Morgan shares the history of the Connecticut River?
Who expresses affection for Ebenezer and Little Bub during the journey?
Who expresses affection for Ebenezer and Little Bub during the journey?
What marks a significant turning point in Joel and Ebenezer's journey?
What marks a significant turning point in Joel and Ebenezer's journey?
What does the journey involve in terms of learning?
What does the journey involve in terms of learning?
What does Joel feel a great sense of when Little Bub joins them for the journey?
What does Joel feel a great sense of when Little Bub joins them for the journey?
Who allows Little Bub to tag along for the journey despite a regretful goodbye from Joel?
Who allows Little Bub to tag along for the journey despite a regretful goodbye from Joel?
What does the journey involve in terms of experiencing new sights?
What does the journey involve in terms of experiencing new sights?
Who teaches Joel about the history of the Connecticut River as they journey towards Chicopee?
Who teaches Joel about the history of the Connecticut River as they journey towards Chicopee?
What does Joel receive to guide Ebenezer on their journey?
What does Joel receive to guide Ebenezer on their journey?
What are the names of the two colts accompanying Master Morgan and Joel on the journey?
What are the names of the two colts accompanying Master Morgan and Joel on the journey?
How do fellow travelers react to the two colts, Ebenezer and Little Bub?
How do fellow travelers react to the two colts, Ebenezer and Little Bub?
What does Little Bub demonstrate that reveals its intelligence?
What does Little Bub demonstrate that reveals its intelligence?
What do the colts do when Master Morgan sings hymns?
What do the colts do when Master Morgan sings hymns?
How does Master Morgan react to the slowed return trip due to the colts and the impending start of school?
How does Master Morgan react to the slowed return trip due to the colts and the impending start of school?
What do both Justin Morgan and Ebenezer display as the journey lengthens?
What do both Justin Morgan and Ebenezer display as the journey lengthens?
What does Little Bub sense, demonstrating its alertness?
What does Little Bub sense, demonstrating its alertness?
What do the travelers encounter in various landscapes during their journey northward?
What do the travelers encounter in various landscapes during their journey northward?
What do the colts do on windy days during the journey?
What do the colts do on windy days during the journey?
What becomes evident about Little Bub as the journey progresses?
What becomes evident about Little Bub as the journey progresses?
What is a characteristic of the journey as described in the text?
What is a characteristic of the journey as described in the text?
What does Joel feel when he approaches his house and sees his father blocking the door?
What does Joel feel when he approaches his house and sees his father blocking the door?
What does Joel's mother do when she sees him after returning home?
What does Joel's mother do when she sees him after returning home?
How does Joel describe his father's stance when he approaches the house?
How does Joel describe his father's stance when he approaches the house?
What is the significance of Joel's reaction when he sees the sugar maples and the sheep in his front yard?
What is the significance of Joel's reaction when he sees the sugar maples and the sheep in his front yard?
What does Joel aim to maintain in Little Bub's training?
What does Joel aim to maintain in Little Bub's training?
What earns Joel admiration from neighbors?
What earns Joel admiration from neighbors?
Who interrupts Joel's schooling routine by inquiring about renting a horse?
Who interrupts Joel's schooling routine by inquiring about renting a horse?
What does Joel feel visibly disturbed by after the interruption in the classroom?
What does Joel feel visibly disturbed by after the interruption in the classroom?
What does Joel's father believe in regarding training methods?
What does Joel's father believe in regarding training methods?
Who initially disapproves of Joel's skill in training the colt?
Who initially disapproves of Joel's skill in training the colt?
What does Joel dedicate his nights to?
What does Joel dedicate his nights to?
What becomes evident about Joel's training methods compared to his father's?
What becomes evident about Joel's training methods compared to his father's?
What does Little Bub demonstrate intelligence in?
What does Little Bub demonstrate intelligence in?
What does Joel find solace in at evening school?
What does Joel find solace in at evening school?
What does Joel feel a deep connection to as Little Bub's schooling continues?
What does Joel feel a deep connection to as Little Bub's schooling continues?
Who believes in maintaining Little Bub's spirit and lively nature?
Who believes in maintaining Little Bub's spirit and lively nature?
What does Joel hope to achieve by taking care of the colts?
What does Joel hope to achieve by taking care of the colts?
Who takes responsibility for bringing the colts home?
Who takes responsibility for bringing the colts home?
What does Ebenezer Goss want Joel to do instead of taking care of the colts?
What does Ebenezer Goss want Joel to do instead of taking care of the colts?
Who tries to delay the decision of Joel's apprenticeship?
Who tries to delay the decision of Joel's apprenticeship?
What is Joel's reaction to the impending loss of his colts?
What is Joel's reaction to the impending loss of his colts?
What does Ebenezer Goss think of the colts' presence on the farm?
What does Ebenezer Goss think of the colts' presence on the farm?
Who decides that Joel should apprentice at a mill and inn?
Who decides that Joel should apprentice at a mill and inn?
What does Joel seek solace in, despite the family's decision for his apprenticeship?
What does Joel seek solace in, despite the family's decision for his apprenticeship?
Who is devastated by the decision for Joel's apprenticeship?
Who is devastated by the decision for Joel's apprenticeship?
What does Joel's mother try to do regarding the decision of Joel's apprenticeship?
What does Joel's mother try to do regarding the decision of Joel's apprenticeship?
What does Joel hope to win through his efforts in taking care of the colts?
What does Joel hope to win through his efforts in taking care of the colts?
Who takes responsibility for bringing the colts home?
Who takes responsibility for bringing the colts home?
What does the ticking of the clock symbolize in the text?
What does the ticking of the clock symbolize in the text?
What emotion does Joel feel as he is coerced into signing the apprenticeship papers?
What emotion does Joel feel as he is coerced into signing the apprenticeship papers?
What does the narrative skillfully convey in the text?
What does the narrative skillfully convey in the text?
What does Mr. Chase offer Joel?
What does Mr. Chase offer Joel?
What does the Justice of the Peace do in the text?
What does the Justice of the Peace do in the text?
How does Joel feel as his future is determined without his consent?
How does Joel feel as his future is determined without his consent?
What does Mrs. Chase emphasize the value of in the text?
What does Mrs. Chase emphasize the value of in the text?
What changes dramatically for Joel in the text?
What changes dramatically for Joel in the text?
Who takes Joel under his wing as an apprentice?
Who takes Joel under his wing as an apprentice?
What does the apprenticeship papers leave Joel feeling?
What does the apprenticeship papers leave Joel feeling?
What does the detailed description of the setting and characters create in the text?
What does the detailed description of the setting and characters create in the text?
What does the text capture the tension between?
What does the text capture the tension between?
What does Joel's mother do for him before he leaves for Chase's Inn?
What does Joel's mother do for him before he leaves for Chase's Inn?
What is the reason for Thomas Chase's hesitation about Joel becoming his apprentice?
What is the reason for Thomas Chase's hesitation about Joel becoming his apprentice?
What is the schoolmaster, Justin Morgan, fond of?
What is the schoolmaster, Justin Morgan, fond of?
What does Mister Goss quickly make a case for to Thomas Chase?
What does Mister Goss quickly make a case for to Thomas Chase?
What does the narrative delve into?
What does the narrative delve into?
What does the schoolmaster need Joel's help for?
What does the schoolmaster need Joel's help for?
What does Joel's mother do as he leaves for Chase's Inn?
What does Joel's mother do as he leaves for Chase's Inn?
What does the text describe about Joel's thoughts and feelings?
What does the text describe about Joel's thoughts and feelings?
What will happen if Miller Chase takes Joel on?
What will happen if Miller Chase takes Joel on?
What does Joel and his father do as they head to Chase's Inn?
What does Joel and his father do as they head to Chase's Inn?
What does Thomas Chase express concern about regarding Joel?
What does Thomas Chase express concern about regarding Joel?
What is the schoolmaster, Justin Morgan, fond of?
What is the schoolmaster, Justin Morgan, fond of?
What did the onlookers do when the log reached the sawmill?
What did the onlookers do when the log reached the sawmill?
How did Bub's fame as a strong puller grow?
How did Bub's fame as a strong puller grow?
What did Joel do after the log-pulling contest?
What did Joel do after the log-pulling contest?
How did men speak of Morgan's horse?
How did men speak of Morgan's horse?
What does Nathan Nye introduce to alleviate weariness?
What does Nathan Nye introduce to alleviate weariness?
Who persuades tradesmen to lend their apprentice boys to prepare the racing strip?
Who persuades tradesmen to lend their apprentice boys to prepare the racing strip?
What surprises everyone on the first race day?
What surprises everyone on the first race day?
What becomes physically taxing for Joel and grown men?
What becomes physically taxing for Joel and grown men?
Who is instructed to plant corn by Mistress Chase?
Who is instructed to plant corn by Mistress Chase?
What does the schoolmaster take a keen interest in?
What does the schoolmaster take a keen interest in?
What do farmers refuse to enter their drafters and oxen in?
What do farmers refuse to enter their drafters and oxen in?
What does Joel work fervently to ensure is smooth and safe for Little Bub?
What does Joel work fervently to ensure is smooth and safe for Little Bub?
Who takes a keen interest in the colt's progress?
Who takes a keen interest in the colt's progress?
What does the crowd feel in awe of after the first race day?
What does the crowd feel in awe of after the first race day?
What does Nathan Nye introduce to alleviate the weariness of the workers?
What does Nathan Nye introduce to alleviate the weariness of the workers?
What does Joel find physically taxing along with grown men?
What does Joel find physically taxing along with grown men?
What is the amount of the purse offered for the race if Little Bub wins?
What is the amount of the purse offered for the race if Little Bub wins?
Where is the race between Little Bub and the Thoroughbreds supposed to take place?
Where is the race between Little Bub and the Thoroughbreds supposed to take place?
What does the letter emphasize about the challengers and Justin Morgan's income?
What does the letter emphasize about the challengers and Justin Morgan's income?
What is the purpose of the challenge to race Little Bub against Thoroughbreds?
What is the purpose of the challenge to race Little Bub against Thoroughbreds?
Who delivers the letter to Justin Morgan?
Who delivers the letter to Justin Morgan?
What venue is described for the race between Little Bub and the Thoroughbreds?
What venue is described for the race between Little Bub and the Thoroughbreds?
What does the letter offer if Little Bub wins the race?
What does the letter offer if Little Bub wins the race?
What is the significance of Little Bub's characteristics to the community?
What is the significance of Little Bub's characteristics to the community?
What does the letter aim to prove about Thoroughbreds?
What does the letter aim to prove about Thoroughbreds?
What is the race course's distance?
What is the race course's distance?
What does the messenger from Albany deliver to Justin Morgan?
What does the messenger from Albany deliver to Justin Morgan?
What is the race's location described as in the letter?
What is the race's location described as in the letter?
What event takes place at the Green Dragon Inn on October 15, 1796?
What event takes place at the Green Dragon Inn on October 15, 1796?
Who offers to help Master Morgan and accompanies him to Ezra Fisk's house?
Who offers to help Master Morgan and accompanies him to Ezra Fisk's house?
What does Master Morgan decide against to prevent illness before the race?
What does Master Morgan decide against to prevent illness before the race?
Who prepares Little Bub for the race by practicing different starting signals and training for stamina?
Who prepares Little Bub for the race by practicing different starting signals and training for stamina?
What is the reaction of Master Morgan to the contents of the letter sent by Jonathan Topington?
What is the reaction of Master Morgan to the contents of the letter sent by Jonathan Topington?
Who agrees to accept the challenge in the letter sent by Jonathan Topington?
Who agrees to accept the challenge in the letter sent by Jonathan Topington?
What does the news of the race spreading quickly lead to?
What does the news of the race spreading quickly lead to?
What does Nathan Nye do to prepare Little Bub for the race?
What does Nathan Nye do to prepare Little Bub for the race?
What does the entire town do in preparation for the race?
What does the entire town do in preparation for the race?
What does Master Morgan decide against to prevent illness before the race?
What does Master Morgan decide against to prevent illness before the race?
What does the stage at the Green Dragon Inn set the scene for?
What does the stage at the Green Dragon Inn set the scene for?
What does the Fisk family do upon Master Morgan's arrival?
What does the Fisk family do upon Master Morgan's arrival?
What does Joel's comment about 'beauty is as beauty does' lead to?
What does Joel's comment about 'beauty is as beauty does' lead to?
What causes tension and disdain between the local Vermonters and the visiting New Yorkers?
What causes tension and disdain between the local Vermonters and the visiting New Yorkers?
What do the New Yorkers do at the pasture that provokes a reaction from the locals?
What do the New Yorkers do at the pasture that provokes a reaction from the locals?
Who scolds Joel and physically removes him from grooming Little Bub?
Who scolds Joel and physically removes him from grooming Little Bub?
What do the highly decorated Thoroughbreds in the stables symbolize?
What do the highly decorated Thoroughbreds in the stables symbolize?
What is the significance of Joel finding comfort in Little Bub's appearance?
What is the significance of Joel finding comfort in Little Bub's appearance?
What do the New Yorkers openly display towards the Vermonters and their horses?
What do the New Yorkers openly display towards the Vermonters and their horses?
What emotion does Joel experience upon overhearing bets being made against Little Bub?
What emotion does Joel experience upon overhearing bets being made against Little Bub?
What causes tension between the local Vermonters and the visiting New Yorkers?
What causes tension between the local Vermonters and the visiting New Yorkers?
What is the outcome of Joel's attempt to groom Little Bub?
What is the outcome of Joel's attempt to groom Little Bub?
What does Joel overhear at the inn that causes him distress?
What does Joel overhear at the inn that causes him distress?
What does the scene at the inn and the pasture highlight?
What does the scene at the inn and the pasture highlight?
What does Mistress Chase ask Joel to do before reading the letter?
What does Mistress Chase ask Joel to do before reading the letter?
What does Joel try to shut out of his mind while working?
What does Joel try to shut out of his mind while working?
What does Joel do in the quiet of the little garret room?
What does Joel do in the quiet of the little garret room?
What does the letter from Woodstock, Vermont, mention?
What does the letter from Woodstock, Vermont, mention?
What was the American army's initial plan to delay the British advance?
What was the American army's initial plan to delay the British advance?
What hindered the British drive into Plattsburg?
What hindered the British drive into Plattsburg?
What led to the frustrating of the British advance?
What led to the frustrating of the British advance?
What caused the delay in British progress?
What caused the delay in British progress?
What led to the defeat of British ships in the bay?
What led to the defeat of British ships in the bay?
What happened to the British vessels during the battle?
What happened to the British vessels during the battle?
What did Colonel Appling call for during the battle?
What did Colonel Appling call for during the battle?
What was the outcome of the Battle of Plattsburg?
What was the outcome of the Battle of Plattsburg?
What was the size of the British force that faced the Americans?
What was the size of the British force that faced the Americans?
What was the source of frustration for the British during the battle?
What was the source of frustration for the British during the battle?
What led to the defeat of British ships in the bay?
What led to the defeat of British ships in the bay?
What was the condition of the British forces as they retreated?
What was the condition of the British forces as they retreated?
What is the name of the valuable stallion that is dear to the protagonist's heart?
What is the name of the valuable stallion that is dear to the protagonist's heart?
Who is left to the Rices to pay off debts?
Who is left to the Rices to pay off debts?
Who buys the little stallion from the Sheriff?
Who buys the little stallion from the Sheriff?
What does Joel bid for at the auction?
What does Joel bid for at the auction?
What is Joel's bid at the auction?
What is Joel's bid at the auction?
What does the auction mark in the story?
What does the auction mark in the story?
Who is Justin Morgan's full name given to after his death?
Who is Justin Morgan's full name given to after his death?
Who does Justin Morgan work for, enjoying the sounds and smells of work?
Who does Justin Morgan work for, enjoying the sounds and smells of work?
What do neighbors bring their mares to Justin Morgan for?
What do neighbors bring their mares to Justin Morgan for?
What does Joel's eagerness in bidding at the auction reveal?
What does Joel's eagerness in bidding at the auction reveal?
What does Justin Morgan do for the fun of it?
What does Justin Morgan do for the fun of it?
Who does Joel want to buy at the auction?
Who does Joel want to buy at the auction?
What does Joel promise to the horse Little Bub after being outbid at the auction?
What does Joel promise to the horse Little Bub after being outbid at the auction?
How is Justin Morgan tricked into being sold for twelve gold pieces?
How is Justin Morgan tricked into being sold for twelve gold pieces?
What opportunity does Miller Chase offer Joel amidst the search for Justin Morgan?
What opportunity does Miller Chase offer Joel amidst the search for Justin Morgan?
What does Joel imagine for the future amidst the years of war?
What does Joel imagine for the future amidst the years of war?
What becomes evident about Joel's determination regarding Justin Morgan's colts?
What becomes evident about Joel's determination regarding Justin Morgan's colts?
What is the lasting impact of the disappearance of Justin Morgan on Joel's life?
What is the lasting impact of the disappearance of Justin Morgan on Joel's life?
What is Joel's reaction to the impending loss of his colts?
What is Joel's reaction to the impending loss of his colts?
What does Joel imagine amidst the years of war?
What does Joel imagine amidst the years of war?
What does Miller Chase offer Joel amidst the search for Justin Morgan?
What does Miller Chase offer Joel amidst the search for Justin Morgan?
What does Joel imagine for the future amidst the years of war?
What does Joel imagine for the future amidst the years of war?
What becomes evident about Joel's determination regarding Justin Morgan's colts?
What becomes evident about Joel's determination regarding Justin Morgan's colts?
Why does Joel join the war effort in the War of 1812?
Why does Joel join the war effort in the War of 1812?
What does Joel primarily focus on when collecting supplies for the war effort?
What does Joel primarily focus on when collecting supplies for the war effort?
Where does Joel present himself to offer his collected supplies and express a desire to work with horses?
Where does Joel present himself to offer his collected supplies and express a desire to work with horses?
Why does Joel feel uneasy in the early days of the war?
Why does Joel feel uneasy in the early days of the war?
What is Joel's initial reaction to the war effort?
What is Joel's initial reaction to the war effort?
Why does Governor Chittenden initially hesitate to send the militia to Plattsburg?
Why does Governor Chittenden initially hesitate to send the militia to Plattsburg?
What preparations are being made in Plattsburg as Joel and his troop arrive?
What preparations are being made in Plattsburg as Joel and his troop arrive?
What does the text mainly focus on in the portrayal of Joel's experiences?
What does the text mainly focus on in the portrayal of Joel's experiences?
What does the story aim to shed light on?
What does the story aim to shed light on?
What is the main reason for Joel's unease in the early days of the war?
What is the main reason for Joel's unease in the early days of the war?
What motivates Joel to eagerly join the defense of Plattsburg?
What motivates Joel to eagerly join the defense of Plattsburg?
What is the main theme highlighted in the narrative of Joel's experiences?
What is the main theme highlighted in the narrative of Joel's experiences?
What responsibility does Joel have in the village of Randolph?
What responsibility does Joel have in the village of Randolph?
What do men in the country begin dreaming of as a result of the peace?
What do men in the country begin dreaming of as a result of the peace?
What do Joel and Ezra hear while skating up the river on a bitter night?
What do Joel and Ezra hear while skating up the river on a bitter night?
What does the wind sound like to Joel on the bitter night while skating?
What does the wind sound like to Joel on the bitter night while skating?
What impresses everyone during the parade in Burlington, Vermont?
What impresses everyone during the parade in Burlington, Vermont?
Who is presented to the President by Joel during the parade?
Who is presented to the President by Joel during the parade?
Where does the President address the crowd from?
Where does the President address the crowd from?
Who introduces the President to the crowd?
Who introduces the President to the crowd?
What is the significance of the meeting between Justin Morgan and the President?
What is the significance of the meeting between Justin Morgan and the President?
What behavior does Justin Morgan exhibit when the President mounts him?
What behavior does Justin Morgan exhibit when the President mounts him?
What is the event in Burlington, Vermont, described as?
What is the event in Burlington, Vermont, described as?
What is the President's name?
What is the President's name?
Who is asked to ride Justin Morgan out of the line to meet the President?
Who is asked to ride Justin Morgan out of the line to meet the President?
What does Little Bub impress everyone with during the parade?
What does Little Bub impress everyone with during the parade?
What does Justin Morgan seem to understand during the meeting with the President?
What does Justin Morgan seem to understand during the meeting with the President?
Where does the parade take place?
Where does the parade take place?
What was the original name of the horse Justin Morgan?
What was the original name of the horse Justin Morgan?
What did the crowd debate about Justin Morgan's lineage?
What did the crowd debate about Justin Morgan's lineage?
What did Joel emphasize about Justin Morgan's lineage?
What did Joel emphasize about Justin Morgan's lineage?
How does Joel acknowledge Justin Morgan?
How does Joel acknowledge Justin Morgan?
What does the text showcase the importance of in shaping historical narratives?
What does the text showcase the importance of in shaping historical narratives?
What does the text capture about the President's visit to Vermont?
What does the text capture about the President's visit to Vermont?
What does the story reflect about American history and identity?
What does the story reflect about American history and identity?
What does the text portray about the enduring legacy of Justin Morgan?
What does the text portray about the enduring legacy of Justin Morgan?
What does the narrative showcase the importance of in history?
What does the narrative showcase the importance of in history?
What does the text capture about the admiration and curiosity surrounding Justin Morgan?
What does the text capture about the admiration and curiosity surrounding Justin Morgan?
What does the narrative reflect about the spirit of the nation?
What does the narrative reflect about the spirit of the nation?
What does the text showcase the importance of in shaping historical narratives?
What does the text showcase the importance of in shaping historical narratives?
What does Joel find Little Bub doing when he first encounters him?
What does Joel find Little Bub doing when he first encounters him?
What is Little Bub revealed to be?
What is Little Bub revealed to be?
How does Joel confront the owner of the six-horse team?
How does Joel confront the owner of the six-horse team?
What is the owner of the six-horse team described as?
What is the owner of the six-horse team described as?
What does Joel use to cover Little Bub?
What does Joel use to cover Little Bub?
What does Joel notice about the teamster's treatment of the horses?
What does Joel notice about the teamster's treatment of the horses?
What is the breed of the horse Little Bub?
What is the breed of the horse Little Bub?
What does Joel do upon finding Little Bub in poor condition?
What does Joel do upon finding Little Bub in poor condition?
What does Joel notice about the behavior of the teamster?
What does Joel notice about the behavior of the teamster?
What does Joel use to remove the frozen snow from Little Bub's hooves?
What does Joel use to remove the frozen snow from Little Bub's hooves?
What does Joel do after covering Little Bub with his coat?
What does Joel do after covering Little Bub with his coat?
What does Joel notice about the condition of the horses in the shed?
What does Joel notice about the condition of the horses in the shed?
What does Joel seek financial assistance for?
What does Joel seek financial assistance for?
What does Joel express his desire for Little Bub to do?
What does Joel express his desire for Little Bub to do?
What does the narrative emphasize about Joel?
What does the narrative emphasize about Joel?
What does Miller Chase acknowledge about Little Bub?
What does Miller Chase acknowledge about Little Bub?
What theme does the story portray?
What theme does the story portray?
What does Joel emphasize about Little Bub's potential?
What does Joel emphasize about Little Bub's potential?
What does Joel's devoted care for Little Bub include?
What does Joel's devoted care for Little Bub include?
What is noticed by the community about Little Bub's condition?
What is noticed by the community about Little Bub's condition?
What does the journey of Joel's efforts depict?
What does the journey of Joel's efforts depict?
What does Joel express his confidence in about Little Bub?
What does Joel express his confidence in about Little Bub?
What does the story showcase about Joel and Little Bub?
What does the story showcase about Joel and Little Bub?
What does Miller Chase loan Joel the money for?
What does Miller Chase loan Joel the money for?
Study Notes
Journey North with Master Morgan and Joel
- Master Morgan, Joel, and the two colts, Ebenezer and Little Bub, embark on a journey northward towards Vermont.
- They encounter various landscapes, including wheat fields, Indian corn fields, meadow lands with grazing cattle, and a train of oxcarts.
- Fellow travelers admire Ebenezer but scoff at Little Bub, offering to buy the former in trade for various items.
- Master Morgan expresses discouragement over the slowed return trip due to the colts and the impending start of school.
- As the journey progresses, Master Morgan increasingly needs to rest, and Joel takes care of Little Bub, pulling burrs out of his mane and tail.
- Little Bub starts responding to Joel's nonsense talk, and it becomes evident that the colt is smart.
- Little Bub shows intelligence by sensing the presence of a snake and being the first to catch the sound of a conch shell, leading the group to a kitchen door for handouts.
- Master Morgan sings hymns, and the colts join in with appropriate sounds, bringing joy to the children of the households they visit.
- On windy days, Master Morgan walks more slowly, trying to quiet his coughing, and sometimes steadying himself against Ebenezer.
- Both Justin Morgan and Ebenezer seem to tire early and display fear of wild animals as the journey lengthens.
- The journey is characterized by various interactions with nature, fellow travelers, and the hospitality of the people they encounter.
- The text conveys the bond between the characters, the challenges of the journey, and the moments of joy and connection experienced along the way.
The Schoolmaster's Request
- The schoolmaster asks Joel to gentle Little Bub for him
- The schoolmaster needs Joel's help to pay off debts before he dies
- If Miller Chase takes Joel on, he will be sent to night school
- Joel's mother sets down breakfast for him, making him feel like a visitor
- Joel and his father march to Chase's Inn to secure an apprenticeship for Joel
- Mister Goss quickly makes his case to Thomas Chase for Joel to become his apprentice
- Thomas Chase hesitates, concerned about Joel's physical strength for the work
- Joel is asked to show his muscle to prove his strength
- The text describes Joel's thoughts and feelings throughout the events
- The schoolmaster, Justin Morgan, is fond of Little Bub
- The narrative delves into the dynamics between characters and their interactions
- Joel's mother waves at him as he leaves for Chase's Inn
A Day at the Races
- Joel arrives at the Jenkses’ house carrying a worn satchel and joins a trip to the Green Dragon Inn with Mister Jenks and the schoolmaster
- At the inn, Joel overhears bets being made against Little Bub, a horse he supports, causing him distress
- Joel runs to the stables and encounters two highly decorated Thoroughbreds, including one with ribbons and a body cloth
- Joel's comment about "beauty is as beauty does" leads to mocking and laughter from the crowd at the stables
- Joel is swept along with the crowd and eventually spots Little Bub in a pasture, finding comfort in the horse's appearance
- Joel's attempt to groom Little Bub is interrupted by Robert Evans, who scolds him and physically removes him from the horse
- The clock strikes five, and attention turns to the arrival of Jonathan Foppington and the Honorable James Montague, who are seen as dandies by the locals
- The New Yorkers openly display disdain for the Vermonters and their horses, laughing at them and their attire
- The New Yorkers go to the pasture and laugh at Evans saddling up a horse, showing further contempt
- The New Yorkers' behavior provokes a reaction from the locals, who feel insulted and belittled by the visitors
- The New Yorkers' actions and attitudes cause tension and disdain between them and the locals
- The scene at the inn and pasture highlights the clash between the local Vermonters and the visiting New Yorkers, leading to a tense and confrontational atmosphere
Volunteer Soldier in the War of 1812
- Joel joins the war effort in the War of 1812 due to concerns about British seamen forcing American sailors and threatening freedom of the seas
- Instead of bidding farewell with feasting and laughter, Joel collects supplies for the war effort, focusing on necessities for wounded horses
- Joel presents himself to a cavalry division in the Vermont militia, offering his collected supplies and expressing a desire to work with horses
- The early days of the war are quiet, with most of the fighting on the high seas, leaving Joel feeling uneasy about the sameness of his days
- Joel expresses a desire to be in the fight or stay at home, feeling the war is half-hearted
- The British are preparing to attack New York State, and Joel is eager to join the defense of Plattsburg
- Governor Chittenden initially hesitates to send the militia to Plattsburg due to conscience, but eventually relents
- Volunteers eagerly offer to go to Plattsburg, including Joel
- Plattsburg is being prepared for battle, with blockhouses, forts, and trenches being built, and American frigates anchored in the bay
- Joel and his troop arrive in Plattsburg, feeling the tension and suspense in the air
- The text provides a vivid portrayal of Joel's internal conflict, his dedication to the welfare of horses, and the preparations for the defense of Plattsburg in the War of 1812
- The story captures the personal struggles and sacrifices of individuals during wartime, shedding light on the lesser-known aspects of the conflict
A Reunion with Little Bub
- Joel hears a high, vibrating sound while skating and rushes towards it
- He finds a shed with animals, but none of them are familiar to him
- Joel hears the sound again and runs to the front of the inn, where he sees a team of horses
- Among them, he recognizes the littlest horse, Little Bub, and starts caring for him
- Little Bub is shivering and trembling, and Joel begins to remove the frozen snow from his hooves
- Joel realizes that the teamster has neglected the horses, leading to Little Bub's poor condition
- Little Bub is revealed to be the Justin Morgan horse, a horse Joel's father rented
- Joel covers Little Bub with his coat and enters the inn with Ezra
- Joel confronts the owner of the six-horse team and demands to know why the horses are mistreated
- Despite warnings, Joel approaches the owner, who is described as a gruff and intimidating figure
- The owner is in a trance-like state, holding a bull-hide whip and a tankard of ale
- Joel stands firm and addresses the owner, determined to confront him about the mistreatment of the horses
Joel's Journey to Save Little Bub
- Joel offers to buy the near horse from the teamster, called Little Bub, despite the teamster's disbelief that someone would want to purchase him
- Joel seeks financial assistance from Miller Chase to buy Little Bub, showing his determination to save the horse
- Miller Chase loans Joel the money to purchase Little Bub, emphasizing the bond and friendship between Joel and the horse
- Joel's devoted care for Little Bub includes preparing special meals, providing warmth, and nursing him back to health
- Little Bub's recovery and improved condition are noticed by the community, reflecting Joel's dedication and hard work
- Joel expresses his desire for Little Bub to march in the parade when the President of the United States visits Vermont
- Miller Chase acknowledges Little Bub's strength and fitness, supporting Joel's belief in the horse's capabilities
- Joel shares his plan for Little Bub to march in the parade in Burlington, emphasizing his confidence in the horse's ability to make the journey
- The distance to Burlington is discussed, but Joel is determined that it is not a challenge for Little Bub
- The text highlights Joel's unwavering commitment to saving Little Bub and his belief in the horse's potential
- The story showcases the strong bond between Joel and Little Bub, portraying the theme of friendship and determination
- The narrative emphasizes the heartwarming journey of Joel's efforts to rescue and care for Little Bub, depicting a tale of compassion and dedication
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