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