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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Agba stay close to the mare in Chapter 2?
(a) The Sultan ordered him to stay near his horses.
(b) He is lonely and has nowhere else to go.
(c) The stables are warmer than his shack.
(d) Because he loves her.

2. Who tells Agba that the mare is made of wind?
(a) Signor Achmet.
(b) An old woman.
(c) The Sultan.
(d) An old man.

3. Why does Agba train Sham to run longer?
(a) To prepare him for the long journey.
(b) So he will fetch the highest price at the market.
(c) To prepare him for the race.
(d) Because Signor Achmet tells him to do so.

4. What does Agba do to earn money in Chapter 13?
(a) Cleans stables.
(b) Sells tack from a shop.
(c) Helps the fishmongers and farmers in the market place.
(d) Sells chocolates on street corners.

5. What does Agba pray for in Chapter 5?
(a) A new master.
(b) Sham's well-being.
(c) The mare.
(d) Rain.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Sham allow to hold the reins when he pulls a carriage?

2. Where does the cook sell Sham?

3. Where does Signor Achmet go in Chapter 11?

4. How do the other colts in the stables treat Sham?

5. What does Signor Achmet announce in Chapter 8?

(see the answer key)

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