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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Agba measure Sham in Chapter 8?
(a) To make sure his new stall is large enough.
(b) For a new saddle.
(c) To compare him to other horses in the Sultan's stable.
(d) For a new blanket.

2. Who rescues Sham from the carter?
(a) An Englishman.
(b) The owner of the tack shop.
(c) The cook.
(d) Signor Achmet.

3. What animal also lives in Sham's shed in Chapter 12?
(a) An owl.
(b) A wild boar.
(c) A cat.
(d) A donkey.

4. Why does Agba train Sham to run longer?
(a) Because Signor Achmet tells him to do so.
(b) To prepare him for the long journey.
(c) To prepare him for the race.
(d) So he will fetch the highest price at the market.

5. Why does Agba give the mare special treatment?
(a) Because she is the most beautiful horse in the herd.
(b) Signor Achmet pays him to do so.
(c) He loves her.
(d) She is his horse.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Sham fitted for in Chapter 8?

2. Who owns Sham in Chapter 12?

3. What advice does Man 'o War's trainer give the jockey?

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

5. Where is the mark that Agba discovers located on the new foal?

(see the answer key)

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