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What color is the boy's linsey-woolsey shirt?
What color is the boy's linsey-woolsey shirt?
blue
What did the bigger colt do when he caught the sound of approaching strangers?
What did the bigger colt do when he caught the sound of approaching strangers?
trotted over to the little colt, touching noses with him
How did the boy's eyes appear despite the dry and parched surroundings?
How did the boy's eyes appear despite the dry and parched surroundings?
lively
What did the boy express a desire to do when he leaned against the fence?
What did the boy express a desire to do when he leaned against the fence?
Who are the two horses owned by Farmer Beane in the text?
Who are the two horses owned by Farmer Beane in the text?
Why is Master Morgan hesitant to keep both horses?
Why is Master Morgan hesitant to keep both horses?
Who offers to take care of Little Bub?
Who offers to take care of Little Bub?
Why is the schoolmaster not convinced about Joel taking care of Little Bub?
Why is the schoolmaster not convinced about Joel taking care of Little Bub?
How is Little Bub described in the text?
How is Little Bub described in the text?
What deal does Farmer Beane seal with the schoolmaster?
What deal does Farmer Beane seal with the schoolmaster?
Who catches Joel sneaking out of bed to spend time with Little Bub?
Who catches Joel sneaking out of bed to spend time with Little Bub?
What meal does Mistress Beane make for Joel?
What meal does Mistress Beane make for Joel?
What does Mistress Beane encourage Joel to eat with his meal?
What does Mistress Beane encourage Joel to eat with his meal?
Where does Joel rush to find Little Bub and Ebenezer?
Where does Joel rush to find Little Bub and Ebenezer?
What muffles Joel's voice when he attempts to call out to the colts?
What muffles Joel's voice when he attempts to call out to the colts?
How does Joel feel about connecting with the colts?
How does Joel feel about connecting with the colts?
Who are the main characters in the text?
Who are the main characters in the text?
How is Farmer Beane connected to Justin Morgan?
How is Farmer Beane connected to Justin Morgan?
What does Farmer Beane offer Justin Morgan and Joel Goss upon their arrival?
What does Farmer Beane offer Justin Morgan and Joel Goss upon their arrival?
What interrupts the conversation between Farmer Beane, Justin Morgan, and Joel Goss?
What interrupts the conversation between Farmer Beane, Justin Morgan, and Joel Goss?
Why does Justin Morgan ask for money from Farmer Beane?
Why does Justin Morgan ask for money from Farmer Beane?
What proposal does Farmer Beane make to settle the debt with Justin Morgan?
What proposal does Farmer Beane make to settle the debt with Justin Morgan?
What premium does Farmer Beane offer in addition to the colt to settle the debt?
What premium does Farmer Beane offer in addition to the colt to settle the debt?
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 proposal to take the colts instead of cash?
What is Justin Morgan concerned about regarding the proposal to take the colts instead of cash?
What financial troubles does Farmer Beane explain?
What financial troubles does Farmer Beane explain?
What are the colts fond of?
What are the colts fond of?
What is Justin Morgan's profession?
What is Justin Morgan's profession?
Who offers apples to Little Bub and Ebenezer, and becomes friends with Little Bub after an initial snort?
Who offers apples to Little Bub and Ebenezer, and becomes friends with Little Bub after an initial snort?
Who helps Joel and Ebenezer, and gives Joel the lead rope to guide Ebenezer on their journey?
Who helps Joel and Ebenezer, and gives Joel the lead rope to guide Ebenezer on their journey?
Who allows Little Bub to join Joel and Ebenezer on their journey?
Who allows Little Bub to join Joel and Ebenezer on their journey?
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 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, and plans for them to cross a covered bridge and experience the spray at Hadley Falls?
Who expresses affection for Ebenezer and Little Bub, and plans for them to cross a covered bridge and experience the spray at Hadley Falls?
What is one of the experiences involved in the journey?
What is one of the experiences involved in the journey?
What emotion does Joel feel when Little Bub joins them for the journey, feeling a great sense of happiness and ownership over the colt?
What emotion does Joel feel when Little Bub joins them for the journey, feeling a great sense of happiness and ownership over the colt?
Who teaches Joel and includes him in the journey, making it a pleasant experience?
Who teaches Joel and includes him in the journey, making it a pleasant experience?
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 is involved in the journey towards Chicopee?
What is involved in the journey towards Chicopee?
What are the names of the two colts in the story?
What are the names of the two colts in the story?
Why do fellow travelers offer to buy Ebenezer in trade for various items?
Why do fellow travelers offer to buy Ebenezer in trade for various items?
What are some of the landscapes encountered during the journey north?
What are some of the landscapes encountered during the journey north?
What is Master Morgan discouraged about during the journey?
What is Master Morgan discouraged about during the journey?
How does Joel take care of Little Bub during the journey?
How does Joel take care of Little Bub during the journey?
What becomes evident about Little Bub as the journey progresses?
What becomes evident about Little Bub as the journey progresses?
How does Little Bub show intelligence during the journey?
How does Little Bub show intelligence during the journey?
What brings joy to the children of the households they visit during the journey?
What brings joy to the children of the households they visit during the journey?
Why does Master Morgan walk more slowly on windy days?
Why does Master Morgan walk more slowly on windy days?
What do both Justin Morgan and Ebenezer display fear of as the journey lengthens?
What do both Justin Morgan and Ebenezer display fear of as the journey lengthens?
What are some of the characteristics of the journey described in the text?
What are some of the characteristics of the journey described in the text?
What does the text convey about the bond between the characters?
What does the text convey about the bond between the characters?
- What does Joel observe about his father's demeanor when he arrives home and why does he think his father is standing at the door in a certain way?
- What does Joel observe about his father's demeanor when he arrives home and why does he think his father is standing at the door in a certain way?
- Describe the reunion between Joel and his mother. What does this reunion reveal about their relationship?
- Describe the reunion between Joel and his mother. What does this reunion reveal about their relationship?
- How does Joel describe Little Bub and what does this description signify?
- How does Joel describe Little Bub and what does this description signify?
- What does the text suggest about Joel's perception of Ebenezer and Little Bub's judgment during a particular interaction with Hiram Hawkes?
- What does the text suggest about Joel's perception of Ebenezer and Little Bub's judgment during a particular interaction with Hiram Hawkes?
Who asks Joel to gentle Little Bub for him?
Who asks Joel to gentle Little Bub for him?
What help does the schoolmaster need from Joel before he dies?
What help does the schoolmaster need from Joel before he dies?
Where will Joel be sent if Miller Chase takes him on?
Where will Joel be sent if Miller Chase takes him on?
How does Joel's mother make him feel by setting down breakfast for him?
How does Joel's mother make him feel by setting down breakfast for him?
Where do Joel and his father march to secure an apprenticeship for Joel?
Where do Joel and his father march to secure an apprenticeship for Joel?
Who quickly makes a case to Thomas Chase for Joel to become his apprentice?
Who quickly makes a case to Thomas Chase for Joel to become his apprentice?
What is Thomas Chase concerned about regarding Joel's physical strength for the work?
What is Thomas Chase concerned about regarding Joel's physical strength for the work?
Why is Joel asked to show his muscle?
Why is Joel asked to show his muscle?
Who is the schoolmaster fond of?
Who is the schoolmaster fond of?
What does the narrative delve into?
What does the narrative delve into?
Who waves at Joel as he leaves for Chase's Inn?
Who waves at Joel as he leaves for Chase's Inn?
- What surprises Joel about Mr. Chase's offer to work for him as an apprentice?
- What surprises Joel about Mr. Chase's offer to work for him as an apprentice?
- Who formalizes the apprenticeship between Joel and Mr. Chase?
- Who formalizes the apprenticeship between Joel and Mr. Chase?
- How does the text convey the sense of powerlessness and loss of control that Joel experiences?
- How does the text convey the sense of powerlessness and loss of control that Joel experiences?
- What does the ticking of the clock symbolize in the text?
- What does the ticking of the clock symbolize in the text?
- What does Mrs. Chase emphasize about the value of workers in the apprenticeship arrangement?
- What does Mrs. Chase emphasize about the value of workers in the apprenticeship arrangement?
- How does Joel feel as the Justice of the Peace outlines the terms of the apprenticeship?
- How does Joel feel as the Justice of the Peace outlines the terms of the apprenticeship?
- What emotional and psychological impact does the narrative skillfully convey?
- What emotional and psychological impact does the narrative skillfully convey?
- How does Joel's life change dramatically in the text?
- How does Joel's life change dramatically in the text?
- What does Mr. Chase see in Joel and what decision does he make as a result?
- What does Mr. Chase see in Joel and what decision does he make as a result?
- Who remains silent and unresponsive as Joel is coerced into signing the apprenticeship papers?
- Who remains silent and unresponsive as Joel is coerced into signing the apprenticeship papers?
- What tension is captured in the text?
- What tension is captured in the text?
- What value does the detailed description of the setting and characters bring to the text?
- What value does the detailed description of the setting and characters bring to the text?
What is the name of the colt that Joel trains?
What is the name of the colt that Joel trains?
What does Joel dedicate his nights to teaching Little Bub?
What does Joel dedicate his nights to teaching Little Bub?
Whose training methods differ from Joel's in the story?
Whose training methods differ from Joel's in the story?
What earns Joel admiration from neighbors despite his father's initial disapproval?
What earns Joel admiration from neighbors despite his father's initial disapproval?
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 find solace in training at evening school?
What does Joel find solace in training at evening school?
What characteristic of Little Bub does Joel aim to maintain through his training methods?
What characteristic of Little Bub does Joel aim to maintain through his training methods?
What does Joel do at the mill during his days?
What does Joel do at the mill during his days?
What does Joel feel a deep connection to as Little Bub's schooling continues through harsh winter nights?
What does Joel feel a deep connection to as Little Bub's schooling continues through harsh winter nights?
Who believes in quick, forceful training, differing from Joel's methods?
Who believes in quick, forceful training, differing from Joel's methods?
What does Joel build with the colt through his various commands and maneuvers?
What does Joel build with the colt through his various commands and maneuvers?
Who takes responsibility for bringing the colts home?
Who takes responsibility for bringing the colts home?
What decision does Ebenezer make regarding Joel's future apprenticeship?
What decision does Ebenezer make regarding Joel's future apprenticeship?
What does Joel seek solace in, after the decision about his apprenticeship is made?
What does Joel seek solace in, after the decision about his apprenticeship is made?
What does Joel feel saddened by, after the decision about his apprenticeship is made?
What does Joel feel saddened by, after the decision about his apprenticeship is made?
Who is devastated by the decision for Joel to apprentice and the schoolmaster to board elsewhere?
Who is devastated by the decision for Joel to apprentice and the schoolmaster to board elsewhere?
What does Joel seek comfort in, after the decision about his apprenticeship is made?
What does Joel seek comfort in, after the decision about his apprenticeship is made?
Who remains unimpressed and shows no interest in the colts?
Who remains unimpressed and shows no interest in the colts?
Who tries to delay the decision about Joel's apprenticeship?
Who tries to delay the decision about Joel's apprenticeship?
What does Joel's mother do to delay the decision about his apprenticeship?
What does Joel's mother do to delay the decision about his apprenticeship?
Who decides to visit Miller Chase in the morning to arrange the apprenticeship?
Who decides to visit Miller Chase in the morning to arrange the apprenticeship?
What does Ebenezer want to stop boarding and insists Joel learns?
What does Ebenezer want to stop boarding and insists Joel learns?
What does Joel hope to win by taking care of the colts?
What does Joel hope to win by taking care of the colts?
- What is the significance of Little Bub's success in the log-pulling contest for Joel and the community?
- What is the significance of Little Bub's success in the log-pulling contest for Joel and the community?
- How does Little Bub's reputation evolve after the log-pulling contest?
- How does Little Bub's reputation evolve after the log-pulling contest?
- What emotional impact does Little Bub's victory have on Joel, and what does it reveal about their bond?
- What emotional impact does Little Bub's victory have on Joel, and what does it reveal about their bond?
- How does the increased frequency of challenges for Little Bub contribute to his growing reputation?
- How does the increased frequency of challenges for Little Bub contribute to his growing reputation?
Explain the significance of quarter-mile racing in the story 'The Rise of Morgan's Horse'.
Explain the significance of quarter-mile racing in the story 'The Rise of Morgan's Horse'.
How does Nathan Nye contribute to the introduction of quarter-mile racing in the story?
How does Nathan Nye contribute to the introduction of quarter-mile racing in the story?
Describe the initial reaction of the crowd to the quarter-mile race featuring Morgan's horse.
Describe the initial reaction of the crowd to the quarter-mile race featuring Morgan's horse.
What role does the schoolmaster play in the development of Morgan's horse in the story?
What role does the schoolmaster play in the development of Morgan's horse in the story?
How does Morgan's horse gain fame in the valley?
How does Morgan's horse gain fame in the valley?
Explain the impact of quarter-mile racing on the community in the story.
Explain the impact of quarter-mile racing on the community in the story.
What motivates Joel to work fervently to ensure the racing strip is smooth and safe for Little Bub?
What motivates Joel to work fervently to ensure the racing strip is smooth and safe for Little Bub?
How does quarter-mile racing impact the attitude of the farmers towards pulling matches?
How does quarter-mile racing impact the attitude of the farmers towards pulling matches?
Discuss the role of quarter-mile racing in alleviating weariness within the community.
Discuss the role of quarter-mile racing in alleviating weariness within the community.
What unexpected outcome arises from the first race day featuring Morgan's horse?
What unexpected outcome arises from the first race day featuring Morgan's horse?
How does the introduction of quarter-mile racing impact the physical taxing nature of planting for Joel and grown men?
How does the introduction of quarter-mile racing impact the physical taxing nature of planting for Joel and grown men?
- What is the name of Justin Morgan's horse that becomes popular for its racing prowess in the text?
- What is the name of Justin Morgan's horse that becomes popular for its racing prowess in the text?
- Who delivers a letter to Justin Morgan from Albany, New York, challenging his horse to race against Thoroughbreds?
- Who delivers a letter to Justin Morgan from Albany, New York, challenging his horse to race against Thoroughbreds?
- How much is the purse offered if Little Bub wins the race against Thoroughbreds?
- How much is the purse offered if Little Bub wins the race against Thoroughbreds?
- Where is the race between Little Bub and Thoroughbreds set to take place?
- Where is the race between Little Bub and Thoroughbreds set to take place?
- What is the aim of the challenge to race Little Bub against Thoroughbreds?
- What is the aim of the challenge to race Little Bub against Thoroughbreds?
- What is the venue for the race described as in the letter to Justin Morgan?
- What is the venue for the race described as in the letter to Justin Morgan?
- What disparity is emphasized in the letter challenging Little Bub to race against Thoroughbreds?
- What disparity is emphasized in the letter challenging Little Bub to race against Thoroughbreds?
- What does the community admire about Little Bub's unique characteristics?
- What does the community admire about Little Bub's unique characteristics?
- What emotion does Justin Morgan experience upon receiving the letter challenging his horse to race against Thoroughbreds?
- What emotion does Justin Morgan experience upon receiving the letter challenging his horse to race against Thoroughbreds?
- Who supports the racing matches in the text?
- Who supports the racing matches in the text?
- What do Joel and his horse, Little Bub, become known for in the text?
- What do Joel and his horse, Little Bub, become known for in the text?
- What does the letter challenging Little Bub to race against Thoroughbreds signify for Justin Morgan?
- What does the letter challenging Little Bub to race against Thoroughbreds signify for Justin Morgan?
Who sends a letter to arrange a meeting at the Green Dragon Inn on October 15th?
Who sends a letter to arrange a meeting at the Green Dragon Inn on October 15th?
Who is angered by the contents of the letter and rushes to the village?
Who is angered by the contents of the letter and rushes to the village?
Who offers to help Master Morgan and heads to Ezra Fisk's house?
Who offers to help Master Morgan and heads to Ezra Fisk's house?
Who agrees to accept the challenge in the letter and offers to spare Evans and the horse for a half day?
Who agrees to accept the challenge in the letter and offers to spare Evans and the horse for a half day?
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 day does the race take place on?
What day does the race take place on?
Where does the race take place?
Where does the race take place?
What does Master Morgan decide against to prevent illness?
What does Master Morgan decide against to prevent illness?
What does the entire town do to prepare for the race?
What does the entire town do to prepare for the race?
What is the atmosphere like on the day of the race?
What is the atmosphere like on the day of the race?
Who prepares to cover the event?
Who prepares to cover the event?
Who helps Master Morgan in the story?
Who helps Master Morgan in the story?
What is the significance of the clash between the local Vermonters and the sophisticated New Yorkers at the Green Dragon Inn?
What is the significance of the clash between the local Vermonters and the sophisticated New Yorkers at the Green Dragon Inn?
How does Joel feel when most bet against Little Bub, a horse he believes in?
How does Joel feel when most bet against Little Bub, a horse he believes in?
What reaction does Joel receive when he tries to groom Little Bub at the inn?
What reaction does Joel receive when he tries to groom Little Bub at the inn?
What impact does the arrival of the be-wigged gentlemen from New York have at the inn?
What impact does the arrival of the be-wigged gentlemen from New York have at the inn?
How does the text convey the atmosphere at the inn as the New Yorkers and the Vermonters openly express their disdain for each other's ways?
How does the text convey the atmosphere at the inn as the New Yorkers and the Vermonters openly express their disdain for each other's ways?
What emotions does Joel experience as he feels isolated and ridiculed by the crowd at the Green Dragon Inn?
What emotions does Joel experience as he feels isolated and ridiculed by the crowd at the Green Dragon Inn?
What does the text reveal about the men at the Green Dragon Inn and their activities?
What does the text reveal about the men at the Green Dragon Inn and their activities?
How does Joel's arrival at the inn with his mysterious satchel contribute to the narrative?
How does Joel's arrival at the inn with his mysterious satchel contribute to the narrative?
What role does the beautifully adorned mare play in Joel's experience at the Green Dragon Inn?
What role does the beautifully adorned mare play in Joel's experience at the Green Dragon Inn?
How does the text depict Joel's initial impression of the Green Dragon Inn?
How does the text depict Joel's initial impression of the Green Dragon Inn?
What does Joel's shabby satchel symbolize as he arrives at the Jenkses' house?
What does Joel's shabby satchel symbolize as he arrives at the Jenkses' house?
What theme is emphasized through Joel's experiences at the Green Dragon Inn?
What theme is emphasized through Joel's experiences at the Green Dragon Inn?
What promise does Joel make to the horse, Little Bub, after being outbid at the auction?
What promise does Joel make to the horse, Little Bub, after being outbid at the auction?
Who tricks the carpenter into selling the horse, Justin Morgan, for twelve gold pieces?
Who tricks the carpenter into selling the horse, Justin Morgan, for twelve gold pieces?
What impact does the disappearance of Justin Morgan have on Joel's life?
What impact does the disappearance of Justin Morgan have on Joel's life?
What offer does Miller Chase make to Joel regarding a partnership and the opportunity to raise colts?
What offer does Miller Chase make to Joel regarding a partnership and the opportunity to raise colts?
What does Joel imagine for his future with Justin Morgan and his own stable?
What does Joel imagine for his future with Justin Morgan and his own stable?
What breaks out as the years pass while Joel imagines a future with Justin Morgan?
What breaks out as the years pass while Joel imagines a future with Justin Morgan?
How does Joel feel about enlisting in the war?
How does Joel feel about enlisting in the war?
Despite temptations, what does Joel remain determined to find?
Despite temptations, what does Joel remain determined to find?
What does Joel envision as his future amidst the disappearance of Justin Morgan?
What does Joel envision as his future amidst the disappearance of Justin Morgan?
What does Joel do despite the disappearance of Justin Morgan, which has a lasting impact on his life?
What does Joel do despite the disappearance of Justin Morgan, which has a lasting impact on his life?
What does Miller Chase offer to Joel in light of Justin Morgan's disappearance?
What does Miller Chase offer to Joel in light of Justin Morgan's disappearance?
What does Joel imagine for his future amidst the disappearance of Justin Morgan?
What does Joel imagine for his future amidst the disappearance of Justin Morgan?
What task does Joel obediently set to work on, but struggles to control his mind while working?
What task does Joel obediently set to work on, but struggles to control his mind while working?
What does the letter from Woodstock, Vermont dated 23 April 1798 reveal to Joel?
What does the letter from Woodstock, Vermont dated 23 April 1798 reveal to Joel?
What does Mistress Chase ask Joel to do before reading the letter, and what is Joel's reaction to the request?
What does Mistress Chase ask Joel to do before reading the letter, and what is Joel's reaction to the request?
Where does the letter come from, and what news does it bring to Joel?
Where does the letter come from, and what news does it bring to Joel?
What was the Battle of Plattsburg and who were the primary participants?
What was the Battle of Plattsburg and who were the primary participants?
What was the American plan for the Battle of Plattsburg and how did it become known to the British?
What was the American plan for the Battle of Plattsburg and how did it become known to the British?
How did the Americans attempt to delay the British advance during the Battle of Plattsburg?
How did the Americans attempt to delay the British advance during the Battle of Plattsburg?
What challenges did the British face during the Battle of Plattsburg that hindered their progress?
What challenges did the British face during the Battle of Plattsburg that hindered their progress?
What significant events led to the American victory at the Battle of Plattsburg?
What significant events led to the American victory at the Battle of Plattsburg?
What were the immediate aftermath and consequences of the Battle of Plattsburg?
What were the immediate aftermath and consequences of the Battle of Plattsburg?
Describe Joel's motivation for joining the war against Great Britain in The War of 1812: A Volunteer's Journey.
Describe Joel's motivation for joining the war against Great Britain in The War of 1812: A Volunteer's Journey.
What crucial mission does Joel see in caring for wounded horses?
What crucial mission does Joel see in caring for wounded horses?
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 for an impending confrontation?
What preparations are being made in Plattsburg for an impending confrontation?
What does the text capture about Joel's journey from a civilian to a volunteer in the War of 1812?
What does the text capture about Joel's journey from a civilian to a volunteer in the War of 1812?
Who is Justin Morgan and why is he valuable to the protagonist?
Who is Justin Morgan and why is he valuable to the protagonist?
What happens to Little Bub, the horse, and why?
What happens to Little Bub, the horse, and why?
What happens to Justin Morgan's full name and who does he serve after his death?
What happens to Justin Morgan's full name and who does he serve after his death?
Who buys the little stallion from the Sheriff, and how does the horse grow?
Who buys the little stallion from the Sheriff, and how does the horse grow?
What does Justin Morgan enjoy doing, and who uses him?
What does Justin Morgan enjoy doing, and who uses him?
Why do neighbors bring their mares to Justin Morgan?
Why do neighbors bring their mares to Justin Morgan?
What does Joel want to do at the auction, and what does he do against his master's permission?
What does Joel want to do at the auction, and what does he do against his master's permission?
Who does Joel bid against for Little Bub, and what is the outcome of the bidding?
Who does Joel bid against for Little Bub, and what is the outcome of the bidding?
What does Joel's eagerness in bidding show, and how does he feel after winning?
What does Joel's eagerness in bidding show, and how does he feel after winning?
What does the auction mark in the story, and what does Joel secure after the auction?
What does the auction mark in the story, and what does Joel secure after the auction?
What is the significance of the auction in the story, and how does it impact Joel's character?
What is the significance of the auction in the story, and how does it impact Joel's character?
What responsibilities does Joel have as a man-grown in the village of Randolph, and how does he contribute to progress in the community?
What responsibilities does Joel have as a man-grown in the village of Randolph, and how does he contribute to progress in the community?
Describe the setting and atmosphere when Joel and Ezra Fisk, Junior, are on their way to the meetinghouse to discuss the new library. What significant event occurs during this journey?
Describe the setting and atmosphere when Joel and Ezra Fisk, Junior, are on their way to the meetinghouse to discuss the new library. What significant event occurs during this journey?
What does the sound Joel hears on his way to the meetinghouse signify, and how does it impact him?
What does the sound Joel hears on his way to the meetinghouse signify, and how does it impact him?
How does the news of peace and the lifting of the blockade impact the country and the village of Randolph, and what are Joel's roles in these changes?
How does the news of peace and the lifting of the blockade impact the country and the village of Randolph, and what are Joel's roles in these changes?
- What is the name of the little horse that impresses everyone with its obedience and grace during the parade in Burlington, Vermont?
- What is the name of the little horse that impresses everyone with its obedience and grace during the parade in Burlington, Vermont?
- Who is asked to ride Justin Morgan out of the line to meet the President during the parade?
- Who is asked to ride Justin Morgan out of the line to meet the President during the parade?
- How does Justin Morgan behave when he is presented to the President by Joel?
- How does Justin Morgan behave when he is presented to the President by Joel?
- Who introduces the President before he addresses the crowd from a knoll on the college green?
- Who introduces the President before he addresses the crowd from a knoll on the college green?
- How is the meeting between Justin Morgan and the President met by the people?
- How is the meeting between Justin Morgan and the President met by the people?
- What qualities of Justin Morgan are showcased during the significant and memorable moment of meeting the President?
- What qualities of Justin Morgan are showcased during the significant and memorable moment of meeting the President?
Who is the center of attention as people gather around to hear about Justin Morgan's pedigree and birthplace?
Who is the center of attention as people gather around to hear about Justin Morgan's pedigree and birthplace?
What does Joel reveal about the origin of Justin Morgan's name?
What does Joel reveal about the origin of Justin Morgan's name?
How does Joel describe Justin Morgan's lineage?
How does Joel describe Justin Morgan's lineage?
What does Joel acknowledge Justin Morgan as, likening the horse to the spirit of the nation?
What does Joel acknowledge Justin Morgan as, likening the horse to the spirit of the nation?
What does the text capture surrounding Justin Morgan?
What does the text capture surrounding Justin Morgan?
What does the story reflect about the sense of pride and identity associated with American history?
What does the story reflect about the sense of pride and identity associated with American history?
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 portray about the President's ability to connect with the people?
What does the text portray about the President's ability to connect with the people?
What does the story showcase about the enduring legacy of Justin Morgan?
What does the story showcase about the enduring legacy of Justin Morgan?
What does the text emphasize about the enduring impact of ordinary individuals and animals on history?
What does the text emphasize about the enduring impact of ordinary individuals and animals on history?
What does the text capture about the historical significance of the President's visit to Vermont?
What does the text capture about the historical significance of the President's visit to Vermont?
What does the text convey about the admiration for a horse that symbolizes the nation's spirit?
What does the text convey about the admiration for a horse that symbolizes the nation's spirit?
- What does Joel seek financial help from Miller Chase for, and how does Miller Chase respond?
- What does Joel seek financial help from Miller Chase for, and how does Miller Chase respond?
- How does Joel demonstrate his dedication to caring for Little Bub?
- How does Joel demonstrate his dedication to caring for Little Bub?
- What does Joel express his desire for Little Bub to do, and how does Miller Chase support Joel's belief in the horse's abilities?
- What does Joel express his desire for Little Bub to do, and how does Miller Chase support Joel's belief in the horse's abilities?
- What qualities of Joel are reflected in his unwavering determination to save and care for Little Bub?
- What qualities of Joel are reflected in his unwavering determination to save and care for Little Bub?
- What themes are highlighted in the story of Joel and Little Bub?
- What themes are highlighted in the story of Joel and Little Bub?
What animal does Joel recognize among the team of horses at the front of the inn?
What animal does Joel recognize among the team of horses at the front of the inn?
What condition is Little Bub in when Joel finds him at the front of the inn?
What condition is Little Bub in when Joel finds him at the front of the inn?
How does Joel confront the owner of the mistreated horses at the inn?
How does Joel confront the owner of the mistreated horses at the inn?
What is the owner of the mistreated horses described as?
What is the owner of the mistreated horses described as?
What items is the owner holding when Joel confronts him?
What items is the owner holding when Joel confronts him?
What does Joel do to care for Little Bub when he finds him shivering and trembling?
What does Joel do to care for Little Bub when he finds him shivering and trembling?
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.
A Boy and His Colts
- Joel brings home two colts, hoping to impress his father, Ebenezer Goss
- Ebenezer remains unimpressed, shows no interest in the colts
- Joel takes care of the colts, hoping to win his father's approval
- Justin Morgan, the schoolmaster, takes responsibility for bringing the colts home
- Ebenezer is furious, does not want the colts on the farm
- He also wants to stop boarding the schoolmaster and insists Joel learns a trade
- Ebenezer decides Joel should apprentice at a mill and inn
- Joel's mother is worried and tries to delay the decision
- Ebenezer decides to visit Miller Chase in the morning to arrange the apprenticeship
- Joel is heartbroken and seeks solace in taking care of the colts
- Despite his efforts, the family decides Joel will apprentice and the schoolmaster will board elsewhere
- Joel is devastated and seeks comfort in the schoolmaster's room, saddened by the impending loss of his colts
The Green Dragon Inn and the Race
- Joel arrives at the Jenkses' house with a shabby satchel, feeling like a winged creature escaping a cocoon.
- Joel joins Mister Jenks and the schoolmaster on a trip to Brookfield, carrying a mysterious satchel.
- At the Green Dragon Inn, there is a bustle with men making wagers on a horse race.
- Joel is distressed to find that most bet against Little Bub, a horse he believes in.
- Joel finds the Thoroughbreds, including a beautifully adorned mare, but is mocked by the crowd.
- Joel's doubts increase as he feels isolated and ridiculed by the crowd.
- Joel finds joy in seeing Little Bub, but is scolded for trying to groom the horse by Robert Evans.
- The arrival of the be-wigged gentlemen from New York, with their extravagant attire and snuffboxes, causes a stir at the inn.
- The New Yorkers openly display disdain for the Vermonters, mocking their attire and the horses.
- The New Yorkers laugh at Evans saddling up, further displaying their contempt for the local customs.
- The text highlights the clash between the local Vermonters and the sophisticated New Yorkers at the Green Dragon Inn.
- The atmosphere at the inn becomes tense as the New Yorkers and the Vermonters openly express their disdain for each other's ways.
The Auction Block
- Justin Morgan, a valuable stallion, is dear to the protagonist's heart despite being in debt for medical expenses.
- Little Bub, the horse, is left to the Rices to pay off debts, as they will take care of him and pay the bills.
- Justin Morgan's full name is given to the little horse after his death, and he serves the Sheriff of Woodstock.
- Robert Evans buys the little stallion from the Sheriff, and the horse grows strong and sturdy despite hard work.
- Justin Morgan works for the fun of it, enjoying the sounds and smells of work, and is used by the Evans family.
- Neighbors bring their mares to Justin Morgan for breeding due to his admirable qualities.
- The protagonist, Joel, wants to buy Justin Morgan at an auction and leaves without his master's permission.
- Joel arrives at the auction and bids for Little Bub against a moon-faced man.
- Joel's bid of three and a half dollars wins, surprising the Sheriff and the crowd.
- Joel's eagerness is evident in his bidding, and he still has money left.
- Joel's determination to buy Little Bub shows his attachment to the horse and his willingness to defy authority for it.
- The auction marks a turning point in the story, as Joel secures the horse and takes a step towards independence.
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
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