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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the wheat ear?
(a) A hair pattern on the foal that resembles a ripened beard of wheat.
(b) A pattern of clouds.
(c) Food for the horses.
(d) A hand sign made by Signor Achmet to ward off evil.

2. In Chapter 4, what does Agba look for outside the palace walls?
(a) Water.
(b) A nursing mare.
(c) A camel.
(d) A goat.

3. Why does Signor Achmet scold Agba in Chapter 2?
(a) Agba did not have permission to use a new blanket.
(b) Agba is spending too much time with the mare again.
(c) Agba has used too much sand and hay in the mare's bed.
(d) Agba is too slow in performing his tasks.

4. Why is the Sultan pleased with Agba's silence?
(a) He knows he can control Agba.
(b) It demonstrates that Agba will be obedient.
(c) He knows Agba cannot tell any tales or palace secrets.
(d) It demonstrates that Agba is respectful.

5. Which country does Man o' War represent?
(a) Canada.
(b) America.
(c) Morocco.
(d) England.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Why do the palace guards allow Agba to pass the gate?

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

4. What does the wheat ear signify?

5. Why doesn't Agba speak to the Sultan?

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