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