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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What advice does Man 'o War's trainer give the jockey?
(a) Hold those reins tight.
(b) Don't let him slow down.
(c) Let him run his own race.
(d) Keep control of him.

3. Where is the mark that Agba discovers located on the new foal?
(a) On the foal's flank.
(b) On the foal's forehead.
(c) On the foal's heel.
(d) On the foal's neck.

4. Why is the mare described as being like the wind?
(a) She is fast.
(b) The wind is fierce.
(c) She is beautiful.
(d) The wind cannot be tamed.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Signor Achmet instruct Agba to do when the mare begins her labor?

2. Who is Signor Achmet?

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

4. What mark does Agba notice on the new foal?

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

(see the answer key)

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