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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. How does Agba's society explain unusual occurrences?
(a) Through scientific observation.
(b) With reason and logic.
(c) Through signs and superstitions.
(d) By consulting the elders.

3. In Chapter 2, how does Agba prepare a bed for the mare?
(a) He places an old blanket over a generous pile of hay.
(b) He sweeps the floor clean and lays down a fresh blanket.
(c) He piles straw and leaves on the floor of the stable.
(d) He pours buckets of sand on the floor and covers the sand with hay.

4. In Chapter 1, why does no one at the palace eat during the day?
(a) They are fasting because it is Ramadan.
(b) They are in mourning.
(c) They are busy preparing for the Sultan's arrival.
(d) The Sultan does not give his slaves much food.

5. What does the wheat ear signify?
(a) Evil and ill luck for the foal.
(b) Good luck for the foal and the stables.
(c) It wards off evil.
(d) Health and strength.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why doesn't Agba eat with the other stable boys?

2. Why is the mare described as being like the wind?

3. What does the new moon represent to Agba?

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

5. Why doesn't Signor Achmet think the mare's milk will be of use to the foal?

(see the answer key)

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