Farmer Boy

Which sibling does Almanzo have the closest relationship with?

• Alice

• Royal

• Eliza Jane

• He is equally close with all of them.

What does Almanzo’s father do with cow hides?

• He sells them.

• He makes coats

• He throws the hides away.

• He makes shoes

What does Almanzo like to do with his father on rainy days?

• Go swimming.

• Go fishing.

• Play in the fields

• Sit inside by the fire.

In Chapter 20, Almanzo burns his face on a hot:

• Piece of ash.

• Piece of coal.

• Potato.

• Pot of water.

How does Almanzo’s family save the corn plants in Chapter 15?

• They pour dirt on them.

• They pour water on them.

• They cover them with straw

• They plant pumpkins near them.

What does Almanzo get for his birthday in Chapter 5?

• A sled.

• A colt.

• A yoke for his calves.

• A and C.

The work team mares that Almanzo could drive were named Bess and Beauty

• True

• False

Who sheared the sheep with Father?

• French Joe

• Royal

• Lazy John

• Almanzo

Almanzo had to stay inside scrubbing rust off of knives and forks, and ​ (a)  

• polish the silver

• clean the fireplace

• help make dinner

What is the main setting of 'Farmer Boy'?

• A) A bustling city

• B) A small farm in New York

• C) A coastal village

• D) A mountain cabin