(d) Why are blackboard copies not always the best to lead the pupil? II. (a) Write one line of two-space compact oval drills, and one line of two-space straight line drills. (b) Write the alphabet in capitals and small letters, each capital to be followed by corresponding small letter. (c) Write 20008645 in words. (d) Write in figures: Nine millions, four hundred and eight thousand, six hundred and thirty five. III. Write a line for each of the following: IVTY, three groups of 5 to each, to each line. ■ Write: Who, if he rise to station of command, Rises by open means; and there will stand On honorable terms, or else retire, And in himself possess his own desire; Draw in colors a simple landscape with trees and a brook. Make a shaded drawing of a cup and saucer, or a large book. Print the alphabet in small, straight line capital letters. RURAL SCIENCE AND HYGIENE I. Define the following : lawn, avenue, marsh, swamp, grove, shrub. II. What are the ordinary methods used for tilling the soil? Tell the different ways in which these operations promote plant growth. III. Name 6 varieties of P. E. I. Forest trees giving the common uses of each; 3 varieties of ornamental, and 3 of orchard trees. IV. What particular class of soil is best suited for each of the following: cranberries, hay potatoes; giving reasons. V. Name three kinds of the dairy type of cattle, 2 of the beef type, 3 breeds of sheeps, and 3 of pigs. VI. What are the necessary cares in connection with the handling of milk? VII. Define adenoids, cilia, microbe, infection, contagion. VIII. Give your reasons why breathing through the nose is necessary for proper health. 332