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What is Sam's reaction to his letters?
Afraid
Surprised
Curious
Uninterested
Why does Sam not take holidays from work?
He feels safer on the farm.
He hasn’t finished repairing the fences.
He can’t afford it.
He doesn’t know where to choose.
What can we guess about Mr Carter?
He loves horses.
He has tanned skin.
He works hard.
He’s rich.
What does Sam think Carter’s son might do during his stay at the farm?
He might leave on foot.
He might get into trouble with the neighbours.
He might break the fences.
He might do something dangerous while riding.
How does Mr Carter feel while he’s talking to Sam in this scene?
Excited
Nervous
Angry
Impatient
Why has Mr Carter come to his house?
Because his son has had problems at school.
Because he needs to check on the work on the fences.
Because he wants to give Sam his mail
Because his son needs a holiday.
Which of the following is TRUE about Sam’s relationship with Mr. Carter?
Sam looks forward to Carter’s monthly visits.
Carter visits the ranch every week to inspect the work.
Sam often asks Carter for more tasks.
Sam believes the less he interacts with Carter, the safer.
What was Sam doing when Carter approached him later in the day?
Preparing dinner
Cutting wood
Repairing the fence
Feeding the horses
Which statement about Sam’s attitude toward holidays is correct?
vacations are unnecessary for people with ranch work
He wishes he could travel more often.
He plans to go on holiday after finishing the fence.
taking a break'd force him back into a life he does not want
Which of the following is NOT TRUE about Mr. Carter’s appearance?
His skin was becoming red from the summer heat.
He looked like someone who worked outdoors daily.
His shirt showed sweat marks.
He twisted his hat nervously.
What reason does Carter give for bringing his son to the property?
The boy has caused issues at school.
The boy is studying for a school project.
The boy wants to learn about animals.
The boy is training to help Sam with ranch duties.
What can be inferred about Sam’s personality?
He prefers solitude and avoids unnecessary contact.
He dislikes working outdoors.
He enjoys attention and likes to chat.
He wants to be promoted to ranch manager.
What does Carter’s nervous behavior most likely suggest?
He wants Sam to invest money in the ranch
He plans to expand the property
He is afraid Sam will quit
He feels uncomfortable asking Sam for help regarding his son
In the passage, the word “ruddy” (His skin was already turning ruddy…) most nearly means:
Pale
Reddish
Dirty
Wrinkled
The phrase “squinted against the sun” most likely means Sam:
Looked around in confusion.
Tried to avoid crying.
Closed his eyes to rest.
Narrowed his eyes because of bright light.
