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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Agba stay close to the mare in Chapter 2?
(a) The Sultan ordered him to stay near his horses.
(b) The stables are warmer than his shack.
(c) He is lonely and has nowhere else to go.
(d) Because he loves her.

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

3. What does Man 'o War's owner want to do with the horse?
(a) Retire him.
(b) Sell him.
(c) Destroy him.
(d) Allow him to run one more race.

4. What command does Signor Achmet give Agba in Chapter 1?
(a) Eat with the rest of the stable boys.
(b) Spend less time with the mare.
(c) Go before the Sultan.
(d) Stay with the mare until she begins her labor.

5. Where does Agba fall asleep at the end of Chapter 2?
(a) On a table.
(b) In the straw.
(c) Outside the stables.
(d) In his cot.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Which country does Sir Barton represent?

3. How does Agba's society explain unusual occurrences?

4. What special treatment does Agba show the mare?

5. Why does Signor Achmet scold Agba in Chapter 2?

(see the answer key)

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