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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do Man 'o War's fans want him to race at Newmarket?
(a) Because he lost the race at Kenilworth Park.
(b) Because he was excluded from the British Stud Book.
(c) Because his rival will also race there.
(d) Because the purse is worth a million pounds.

2. 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) A hand sign made by Signor Achmet to ward off evil.
(d) Food for the horses.

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

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

5. What does Agba pray for in Chapter 5?
(a) The mare.
(b) Sham's well-being.
(c) A new master.
(d) Rain.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens to the mare in Chapter 4?

2. In Chapter 2, when does Agba eat his meal?

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

4. What does the wheat ear signify?

5. Who is Agba supposed to alert about the foal's birth?

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