Joey's Early Life
Who is the narrator of the story?
Joey
Who becomes Joey’s closest animal companion on the farm?
What job does Joey learn to do?
plow the fields
What war started during this book?
World War 1
Where is Joey first sold?
at an auction
Which character struggles with drinking and debt?
Albert's dad
Who helps Joey learn to plow the fields?
Zoey and Albert
Why does the army need horses?
For cavalry and transporting supplies.
Who buys Joey at the auction?
Albert's dad
Who trains Joey to respond to voice commands and trust humans?
Albert
What motivates Albert to successfully train Joey?
He promises to prove Joey is worth keeping.
Why does Albert's dad decide to sell Joey?
they need the money
What problem does Joey face when he first arrives at the farm?
Albert's dad is mean to him
What is the captain's name that buys and rides Joey?
Captain Nicholls
What happens if Joey fails at plowing?
They are going to sell him
How does Albert react when Joey is sold?
He is sad and heartbroken
Who shows Joey immediate kindness and patience?
Albert
Who is the horse that is Joey's equal in the Army
Topthorn
What did Albert plan to do with Joey before he was sold?
Become a hunting horse
What happens to Captain Nicholls after the first battle?
He dies