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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What animal does the mare once outrun?
(a) A cheetah.
(b) A camel.
(c) A leopard.
(d) A gazelle.

2. Why doesn't the mare eat the corn Agba brings her in Chapter 2?
(a) She is too tired.
(b) She is a picky eater.
(c) Another horse steals the corn.
(d) The corn is spoiled.

3. How does Agba's society explain unusual occurrences?
(a) With reason and logic.
(b) By consulting the elders.
(c) Through scientific observation.
(d) Through signs and superstitions.

4. Why does Signor Achmet scold Agba in Chapter 2?
(a) Agba is spending too much time with the mare again.
(b) Agba has used too much sand and hay in the mare's bed.
(c) Agba is too slow in performing his tasks.
(d) Agba did not have permission to use a new blanket.

5. Which horse is Man o' War racing?
(a) Big Red.
(b) Sham.
(c) Sir Barton.
(d) Sir Riddle.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the new moon represent to Agba?

2. Why does Agba stay close to the mare in Chapter 2?

3. Which country does Man o' War represent?

4. What does Agba see the mare doing when he wakes in Chapter 3?

5. Which horse wins the race in the Prologue?

(see the answer key)

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