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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 measure Sham in Chapter 8?
(a) To compare him to other horses in the Sultan's stable.
(b) To make sure his new stall is large enough.
(c) For a new blanket.
(d) For a new saddle.

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

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

4. What does Signor Achmet instruct Agba to do when the mare begins her labor?
(a) Call him.
(b) Stay out of the stall.
(c) Fetch fresh hay.
(d) Fetch a bucket of water.

5. How does the carter punish Sham?
(a) By leaving his harness on 24 hours a day.
(b) He sells him at the Thieves' Kitchen.
(c) He chains Sham to the stable wall.
(d) He does not feed Sham for three days.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does the cook sell Sham?

2. Where does Signor Achmet go in Chapter 11?

3. What prophecy does Signor Achmet make in Chapter 5?

4. Whom does Sham seek for comfort?

5. Who tells Agba that the mare is made of wind?

(see the answer key)

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