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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What special treatment does Agba show the mare?
(a) He talks to her gently.
(b) He sneaks her treats during the day.
(c) He gives her spring water from a bucket.
(d) He spends more time currying her than his other horses.

2. What is Man 'o War's nickname?
(a) Big Red.
(b) Sir Riddle.
(c) Sir Barton.
(d) Sham.

3. What is the meaning of the Arabic name Sham?
(a) Moon.
(b) Swift.
(c) Sun.
(d) Wind.

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

5. What unusual command does the Sultan give in Chapter 1?
(a) Most of his horses will be sold.
(b) The horses must also fast for Ramadan.
(c) Most of his horses will be sacrificed.
(d) The slaves must now grow their own food.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Agba pray for in Chapter 5?

2. Why doesn't Agba immediately tell anyone about the foal's birth?

3. Which country does Sir Barton represent?

4. What does the wild boar behind the stables do in Chapter 3?

5. In Chapter 1, how many horses does Agba care for?

(see the answer key)

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