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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the Sultan give each horse?
(a) A kiss.
(b) A new blanket emblazoned with the royal crest.
(c) A bag.
(d) A new saddle.

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

3. Which horse is Man o' War racing?
(a) Sir Barton.
(b) Sir Riddle.
(c) Sham.
(d) Big Red.

4. What must Agba do before he can approach the Sultan?
(a) Clean Sham's stall.
(b) Locate the mare.
(c) Pray and present an offering.
(d) Shave his head and bathe.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How do the other colts in the stables treat Sham?

2. What is Sham fitted for in Chapter 8?

3. Why does Signor Achmet scold Agba in Chapter 2?

4. Which horse wins the race in the Prologue?

5. Why doesn't Man 'o War's owner want him to race at Newmarket?

(see the answer key)

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