Understanding the Narrator's Journey

The story begins with the protagonist, a young colt, recalling his early memories and the traumatic experience of being separated from his mother at a horse sale. He is bought by a harsh owner but finds solace in the kindness of a young boy named Albert. Despite the initial struggles and harsh treatment, the colt, named Joey, forms a strong bond with Albert, who promises to care for him. This bond gives Joey hope for a better future.

What are the narrator's earliest memories?

• Sunny fields and warm stables

• Crowded cities and busy streets

• Hilly fields and dark damp stables

• Open seas and sandy beaches

How old was the narrator during the horse sale?

• One year old

• Three months old

• Six months old

• Two years old

What was the narrator's mother like?

• A fine working farm horse with strength and stamina

• A small and weak pony

• A wild and untamed stallion

• A young and energetic horse

Why was the narrator difficult to sell?

• He was too expensive

• He was sick

• He was too old

• He had a wild look and was a half thoroughbred

What was the narrator's new owner's demeanor?

• Harsh and thick with drink

• Gentle and kind

• Silent and mysterious

• Cheerful and friendly

How did the narrator feel during the journey to the new home?

• Excited and curious

• Soaked with exhaustion

• Calm and relaxed

• Angry and rebellious

Who was Zooey?

• The narrator's new owner

• Albert's sister

• The old horse in the stable

• The narrator's mother

What was Albert's first impression of the narrator?

• He thought the narrator was too weak

• He believed the narrator would be a wonderful and brave horse

• He was scared of the narrator

• He didn't notice the narrator

What did Albert do for the narrator despite his father's instructions?

• Fed the narrator secretly

• Ignored the narrator

• Rubbed the narrator down and cared for him

• Sold the narrator to another farmer

What did Albert envision for the narrator's future?

• To be a racehorse

• To stay in the stable forever

• To become the smartest horse and go hunting together

• To be sold again