7. Tell why Miss Phoebe Kellog’s school was superior to all the others.
8. Show in what way the author has produced humorous effects.
9. Write an original story in which you tell what happened to Sonny when he came to your school.
HER FIRST HORSE SHOW
1. Why does the author introduce us to his characters in the midst of the horse show?
2. How does the author, in the beginning of the story, make the situation entirely clear?
3. What speeches and actions in the early part of the story serve to make the action in the latter part of the story seem natural?
4. How is the girl’s daring act emphasized?
5. In what ways does the author make it seem probable that the girl could gain opportunity to ride the high-spirited horse at the horse show?
6. Show in what ways the conclusion is particularly effective.