Horse - Chapters 8-12 Quiz

What was the outcome of the race between Lexington and Lecompte on April 14, 1855?

Question Answer Choices The race was declared a tie and both horses were celebrated. Lecompte won the race and Lexington was injured. Lexington won the race and Lecompte could not run the second heat. Lexington lost the race but managed to finish the second heat.

What significant discovery did Theo make at the Library of Congress?

Question Answer Choices He found a lost letter from Ten Broeck to Jarret. He discovered a reference to one of Scott's paintings, Lexington with 'Black Jarret, his groom.' He uncovered a diary entry by Lexington's jockey. He located a map of the original race track.

Why did Jarret not trust Ten Broeck?

Question Answer Choices He believed Ten Broeck would sell Lexington to a competitor. He thought Ten Broeck would push Lexington too hard in races. He wanted one more chance for Lexington to defeat Lecompte before the horse goes completely blind. He suspected Ten Broeck would not let him buy his freedom.

What did Scott tell Jarret about his plans if war came?

Question Answer Choices Scott told Jarret that he would enlist for the North if war came. Scott told Jarret that he would join the South if war came. Scott told Jarret that he would move to Canada if war came. Scott told Jarret that he would stay neutral and avoid the war.

Why was Theo's thesis adviser hesitant about his project?

Question Answer Choices She would prefer he focus on the stereotypes rather than arguing an exception to them. She felt his writing style was not suitable for academic research. She believed his topic was too controversial to be accepted. She thought his project lacked sufficient historical evidence.

How did Jarret prove himself to Alexander at the farm?

Question Answer Choices By his ability to train new horses quickly. By his reading, good sense, and talent. By his knowledge of veterinary medicine. By his physical strength and endurance.

What did Patrick notice about Lexington's racing plates after the race?

Question Answer Choices The horse's racing plates were completely missing. The horse's racing plates were damaged but still intact. The horse's racing plates were loose and seven nails had fallen out of one shoe. The horse's racing plates were too tight and causing discomfort.

What role did Jarret take on at Alexander's farm?

Question Answer Choices He was in charge of all the horses and consulted by Alexander about every decision. He managed the finances and bookkeeping for the farm. He trained new jockeys and riders for the horses. He oversaw the breeding program but had no say in other decisions.

What record did Lexington break during his race against time?

Question Answer Choices Secretariat's 7:28 record with a new 7:21:30 record Lecompte's 7:26 record with a new 7:19:75 record War Admiral's 7:25 record with a new 7:18:90 record Seabiscuit's 7:30 record with a new 7:20:50 record

What happened to Jarret and Lexington after Ten Broeck sold them?

Question Answer Choices They were sent to Robert Alexander in Kentucky, where Lexington would stand as a breeding sire. They were sent to England to continue racing. They were sold to a circus to perform in shows. They were sent to a farm in Texas to work as laborers.