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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the new moon represent to Agba?
(a) A chance to escape the Sultan.
(b) A bad omen for the mare's unborn foal.
(c) The beginning of a new life.
(d) A favorable sign for the mare's unborn foal.

2. When does the foal begin to nurse from the mare?
(a) After a few failed attempts to stand.
(b) The next morning.
(c) He never nurses from his mother.
(d) Almost immediately.

3. Why is Agba afraid to appear before the Sultan?
(a) He knows he is guilty.
(b) The Sultan might have sold him.
(c) He cannot find the mare.
(d) He is afraid he will die.

4. What mark does Agba notice on the new foal?
(a) A white spot.
(b) A stripe.
(c) A wheat ear.
(d) A dark spot.

5. What unusual command does the Sultan give in Chapter 1?
(a) Most of his horses will be sacrificed.
(b) Most of his horses will be sold.
(c) The slaves must now grow their own food.
(d) The horses must also fast for Ramadan.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 1, how many horses does Agba care for?

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

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

4. Which famous horse is Man o' War descended from?

5. What happens to the mare in Chapter 4?

(see the answer key)

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