Edit Game
Roundup Time in Virginia Comprehension questions
 Delete

Use commas to add multiple tags

 Private  Unlisted  Public




Delimiter between question and answer:

Tips:

  • No column headers.
  • Each line maps to a question.
  • If the delimiter is used in a question, the question should be surrounded by double quotes: "My, question","My, answer"
  • The first answer in the multiple choice question must be the correct answer.






 Save   19  Close
Why do you think the story of Misty and the wild horses of Assateague Island has been so popular for so many people?
What might be some difficulties faced by the firefighters and volunteers during the horse roundup?
How do you think the wild horses of Assateague Island have adapted to their environment?
Why do you think the firefighters and people of Chincoteague decided to hold a summer roundup of the horses?
What year was the novel "Misty of Chincoteague" published?
The novel "Misty of Chincoteague" was first published in 1947.
What is the ambition of Paul and Maureen Beebe in the novel?
The ambition of Paul and Maureen Beebe in the novel is to own one of the wild horses that run free on Assateague Island.
Who are the main characters in the novel?
The main characters in the novel are Paul and Maureen Beebe.
What is the name of the novel by Marguerite Henry about the wild horses of Chincoteague?
The title of the novel by Marguerite Henry about the wild horses of Chincoteague is "Misty of Chincoteague."
What do people like about the Assateague horses?
People like the Assateague horses because they are intelligent and easy to train, and young children enjoy riding them because of their small size.
How much do people usually pay for one of the horses at the auction?
People usually pay about two thousand dollars for one of the horses at the auction.
Why do some of the horses not get sold at the auction?
Some horses do not get sold at the auction because they are too young or too frail, so they swim back to Assateague Island to wait for another year.
What happens during the horse roundup?
During the horse roundup, firefighters collect as many horses as they can, and a vet examines them to ensure they are healthy. Then, the horses are driven into
Who came up with the idea to hold a summer roundup of the horses?
The people on the nearby island of Chincoteague came up with the idea to hold a summer roundup of the horses.
What happens when the number of horses on Assateague Island becomes too large?
When the number of horses on Assateague Island becomes too large, there is not enough grass for all of the animals, and some could starve.
How much more water do Assateague horses drink compared to other horses?
Assateague horses drink twice as much water as other horses.
What are some of the plants that Assateague horses eat?
Assateague horses eat marsh grass, seaweed, and even poison ivy.
Why do Assateague horses not grow very big?
Assateague horses do not grow very big because there are not many kinds of plants to eat on the island.
How did the wild horses first arrive on Assateague Island, according to some stories?
According to some stories, the wild horses first arrived on Assateague Island when a Spanish ship was wrecked in the Atlantic Ocean, and the horses swam ashore.
Where is Assateague Island?
Assateague Island is located near Virginia.