Rural School Leaflet. 



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Observations by Pupils. — 



1. What is the general shape, size, and weight of the body of the hen 

 as compared to the length of her wings? 



2. Can a hen fly like a robin or swallow? If not, why? Where does 

 the hen find her food? Where does the swallow find its food? Does 

 she need to fly like the swallow? 



Fig 6. — Studying the feathers of a fowl 



3. What tools has the hen for getting her food? 



4. tVhy are her toes so long and strong? Why have they horny claws 

 at their tips? What covering protects the feet and legs? How are the 

 feet and legs fitted for scratching the soil ? Why does she like to scratch 

 in the garden ? 



5. After she has found the insect or seed by scratching in the earth 

 with what does she seize it? How is the beak fitted to secure the food 

 in the following particulars; size, shape, covering? 



6. Has the hen any teeth? How is the food ground fine for digestion? 



