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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 1, how many horses does Agba care for?
(a) One.
(b) Six.
(c) Ten.
(d) Twelve.

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

3. Why doesn't Signor Achmet think the mare's milk will be of use to the foal?
(a) The foal will be sent to another stable the next day.
(b) The mare is weak and will die soon.
(c) He believes that sweetened camel's milk is better.
(d) The foal is too weak to nurse.

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

5. What does the new moon represent to Agba?
(a) A bad omen for the mare's unborn foal.
(b) The beginning of a new life.
(c) A chance to escape the Sultan.
(d) A favorable sign for the mare's unborn foal.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Agba fall asleep at the end of Chapter 2?

2. What do the two signs on the foal signify?

3. What does Man 'o War's owner want to do with the horse?

4. What is the meaning of the Arabic name Sham?

5. What advice does Man 'o War's trainer give the jockey?

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