1.
Black Beauty's job was to
Correct Answer
D. Pull the carriage.
Explanation
Black Beauty's job was to pull the carriage. This can be inferred from the given options where the other choices do not mention any specific job for Black Beauty. Keeping his head high is a characteristic or behavior rather than a job. Visiting Lady Anne and taking care of Reuben are also not mentioned as Black Beauty's job, whereas pulling the carriage is a task commonly associated with horses. Therefore, the correct answer is pull the carriage.
2.
When Black Beauty's check rein was pulled up, he
Correct Answer
C. Did not like it but showed good manners.
Explanation
When Black Beauty's check rein was pulled up, he did not like it but showed good manners. This means that even though Black Beauty did not enjoy having his check rein pulled up, he still behaved politely and did not misbehave by kicking over the carriage or refusing to work.
3.
The lady in Black Beauty's new home
Correct Answer
B. Did not care about horses.
Explanation
Based on the given information, the lady in Black Beauty's new home thought his check reins were not right. This suggests that she had a concern or opinion about the way the reins were being used on the horse. However, it does not necessarily imply that she cared about the well-being or welfare of horses in general. Therefore, the answer "did not care about horses" is the most appropriate explanation.
4.
The day Lady Anne rode a different horse
Correct Answer
D. She fell and got hurt.
Explanation
The correct answer is "she fell and got hurt." This can be inferred from the sentence "The day Lady Anne rode a different horse," which suggests that something unusual or unexpected happened. The phrase "she fell and got hurt" indicates a negative outcome, which is likely the result of riding a different horse. The other options do not provide any indication of a negative outcome or a consequence of riding a different horse.
5.
Black Beauty thought Ladty Anne was
Correct Answer
D. Pretty and quiet.
Explanation
Black Beauty thought Lady Anne was pretty and quiet.
6.
Reuben Smith
Correct Answer
D. Went to a zoo.
Explanation
The given options describe different characteristics or actions of Reuben Smith. Out of all the options, "went to a zoo" is the only one that indicates an activity or event that Reuben Smith participated in. The other options either describe his behavior (talked too much) or his personal qualities (good man) or his ownership of a bar. Therefore, "went to a zoo" is the correct answer as it provides information about an action performed by Reuben Smith.
7.
The night Reuben took Black Beauty for a ride, they
Correct Answer
A. Went to a bar called the White Lion.
Explanation
The correct answer is "went to a bar called the White Lion." This can be inferred from the given information that Reuben took Black Beauty for a ride at night. The fact that they went to a bar suggests that they were looking for a place to socialize or have a drink. The name "White Lion" implies that it is a bar rather than a house, park, or zoo.
8.
At the end of the story,
Correct Answer
D. Reuben is dead and Black Beauty is badly hurt/
Explanation
The given answer suggests that at the end of the story, Reuben, a character in the story, is dead and Black Beauty, the horse, is badly hurt. This implies that there has been some sort of tragedy or unfortunate event that has occurred in the story, leading to the death of Reuben and the injury of Black Beauty. The answer does not provide any further context or details about what led to these events or how they impact the overall plot of the story.
9.
Another name for this story could be
Correct Answer
C. A New Way of Life
Explanation
The given correct answer suggests that "A New Way of Life" could be an alternative title for the story. This implies that the story might revolve around a significant change or transformation in the protagonist's life, possibly leading to a different perspective or lifestyle. The title hints at the possibility of a fresh start or a different approach to living, indicating a shift in the narrative towards exploring new experiences and personal growth.
10.
This stoty is mainly about
Correct Answer
B. How different kinds of people act.
Explanation
This story is mainly about how different kinds of people act. The passage likely explores the behavior and actions of various individuals in a specific situation or setting. It may highlight the diversity and contrasting behaviors exhibited by people from different backgrounds, cultures, or personalities. The story could provide insights into human behavior and the ways in which people respond to certain circumstances.