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WorksheetsThe Black Stallion Comprehension
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 25mins
Which sentence from the story best reveals the theme (the message)?
"He had conquered this wild, unbroken stallion with kindness."
"When he reached the top of the hill, he saw the Black at one end of the beach."
"Then his hands gripped the mane tighter and he threw himself on the Black's back.
"The flame's shadow reached out and cast eerie ghostlike patterns on the Black's body."
Which of these best describes the point of the highest tension in the story?
Alec improving his horsemanship
Alec gathering caragheen on the beach
the Black answering Alec's beckoning whistle
the Black taking off at a gallop with Alec on his back
Did he dare attempt to ride the Black? Should he wait a few more days? Go ahead - tomorrow? Don't do it! Go ahead? What do the sentences above show about Alec?
He is afraid he will hurt the Black.
He is experiencing an inner struggle.
He is not interested in riding the Black.
He is confident he will succed at riding the Black.
Which statement best describes the theme (the message) of the story?
Humans are meant to tame animals.
Gentleness and love go far to earn trust.
The ocean is nature's most powerful force.
It is impossible for a human to survive alone.
Where did the put the stallion when they managed to get him onto the boat?
in a cabin below deck
in a cabin at the front of the boat
in a cabin in the back of the boat
in a stall in the middle of the boat
What do the sentences above show about Alec?
He is experiencing an inner struggle.
He is afraid he will hurt the Black.
He is not interested in riding the Black.
He is confident he will succeed at riding the Black.
Which sentence from the passage best reveals the theme?
“He had conquered this wild, unbroken stallion with kindness.”
“When he reached the top of the hill, he saw the Black at one end of the beach.”
“Then his hands gripped the mane tighter and he threw himself on the Black's back.”
“The flame's shadows reached out and cast eerie ghost-like patterns on the Black's body.”
The Black saved Alec's life by
letting Alec ride his back.
rearing Alec off of him.
helping Alec find carragheen.
stomping a venomous snake.
Use "The Black Stallion" and the article "Horse Power" to answer Numbers 9 and 10. The story and the article both contain a message that...
horses and people form special bonds
snakes and horses are natural enemies
people with disabilities benefit from horses
horses are better guide animals than dogs are
Which sentence from the story best reveals the setting?
"Then they were in the air, sailing over a blackhole."
"Alec jumped to the side, tripped on a stone, and fell to the ground."
"He stepped up the side of the sand dune, his left hand was in the horse's mane."
"His action shifted, and his huge strides seemed to make him fly through the air."
Which of these best describes the most intense moment in the passage?
Alec improving his horsemanship
Alec gathering carragheen on the beach
the Black answering Alec's beckoning whistle
the Black taking off at a gallop with Alec on his back
Read these sentences, in bold, from the passage.
Did he dare attempt to ride the Black? Should he wait a few more days? Go ahead—tomorrow. Don’t do it! Go ahead—
What do the sentences above show about Alec?
He is afraid he will hurt the Black.
He is experiencing an inner struggle.
He is not interested in riding the Black.
He is confident he will succeed at riding the Black.
Which statement best describes the theme of the passage?
Humans are meant to tame animals.
Gentleness and love go far to earn trust.
The ocean is nature's most powerful force.
It is impossible for a human to survive alone.
Use the passage “The Black Stallion” and the article “Horse Power” (pgs. 618-620) to answer Numbers 9 and 10. The passage and the article both contain the message that...
horses and people form special bonds.
snakes and horses are natural enemies.
people with disabilities benefit from horses.
horses are better guide animals than dogs are.
What is the main theme of 'The Black Stallion'?
A) The power of friendship and trust
B) The importance of wealth and status
C) The dangers of the wild
D) The inevitability of fate
Which character in 'The Black Stallion' shows the most growth throughout the story?
A) Alec
B) The Black
C) Alec's father
D) The ship's captain
What literary device is used when describing the Black's movements as 'like the wind'?
A) Simile
B) Metaphor
C) Personification
D) Hyperbole
How does Alec first gain the Black's trust?
A) By feeding him
B) By riding him
C) By singing to him
D) By freeing him from a trap
What is the setting of the initial part of 'The Black Stallion'?
A) A bustling city
B) A deserted island
C) A rural farm
D) A crowded ship
Which event marks the climax of 'The Black Stallion'?
A) Alec's first ride on the Black
B) The shipwreck
C) Alec's return home
D) The Black's first race
What does the Black symbolize in the story?
A) Freedom and wildness
B) Danger and fear
C) Wealth and power
D) Mystery and intrigue
Which sentence best describes Alec's feelings towards the Black at the beginning of the story?
A) He is afraid of the Black.
B) He is indifferent to the Black.
C) He is fascinated by the Black.
D) He is annoyed by the Black.
What role does the setting play in 'The Black Stallion'?
A) It creates a sense of isolation and survival.
B) It highlights the luxury of Alec's life.
C) It emphasizes the dangers of city life.
D) It showcases the beauty of urban landscapes.
How does the author use foreshadowing in 'The Black Stallion'?
A) By hinting at the shipwreck early on
B) By describing Alec's dreams
C) By detailing the Black's past
D) By mentioning Alec's fears
What lesson does Alec learn by the end of 'The Black Stallion'?
A) The value of patience and perseverance
B) The importance of wealth
C) The need for independence
D) The power of revenge
