War Horse Chapters 3 & 4

Why does Albert’s father sell Joey?

• He doesn’t like Joey.

• He believes Joey is too weak to work.

• He needs money to pay off debts.

• He thinks Albert doesn’t love Joey enough.

What does Captain Nicholls promise Albert?

• He will train Joey to be a war horse.

• He will keep Joey safe and write to Albert.

• He will teach Joey to follow commands.

• He will sell Joey back to Albert.

How does Joey react to being taken to war?

• He feels confident and proud.

• He feels frightened but trusts Captain Nicholls.

• He becomes aggressive towards soldiers.

• He refuses to follow orders.

What does Albert’s promise to Joey reveal about him?

• He’s determined and loyal.

• He’s selfish and stubborn.

• He’s careless about responsibility.

• He’s afraid of his father.

Why does Captain Nicholls sketch Joey?

• He wants to remember Joey if something happens.

• He plans to sell Joey.

• He thinks Joey looks funny.

• He wants to train Joey through visual cues.

What impression does the author give of war in these chapters?

• It’s exciting and glorious.

• It’s confusing but necessary.

• It’s dangerous and tragic.

• It’s predictable and safe.

Why does Albert’s father drink so much?

• He’s celebrating his success.

• He’s coping with stress and hardship.

• He’s angry at Albert.

• He’s bored and unhappy.

How does Albert respond when his father sells Joey?

• He calmly accepts it.

• He threatens his father.

• He cries and runs away.

• He pleads with Captain Nicholls.

What does Captain Nicholls’ kindness toward Joey suggest?

• He’s experienced with horses.

• He feels sorry for Albert.

• He’s committed to treating animals well.

• He’s afraid of Albert’s father.

What theme is strongly shown in these chapters?

• Courage in the face of danger.

• The bond between humans and animals.

• The importance of wealth and power.

• Friendship overcoming hardship.