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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What advice does Man 'o War's trainer give the jockey?
(a) Hold those reins tight.
(b) Don't let him slow down.
(c) Keep control of him.
(d) Let him run his own race.

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

3. What natural skill does Sham possess?
(a) He can escape any stall.
(b) He knows what Sham is thinking.
(c) He can outrun all the other horses.
(d) He can jump higher than all the other horses.

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

5. Which famous horse is Man o' War descended from?
(a) The Godolphin Arabian.
(b) Big Red.
(c) Sir Barton.
(d) Seabiscuit.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the stable boys do aboard the ship bound for France?

2. In Chapter 1, why does no one at the palace eat during the day?

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

4. Whom does Sham seek for comfort?

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

(see the answer key)

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