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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Agba startled by Signor Achmet's appearance in Chapter 4?
(a) He expects to be in trouble for not reporting the foal's birth.
(b) Signor Achmet never comes to the stables at night.
(c) He was asleep.
(d) Singor Achmet rarely bothers to see newborn foals.

2. Who keeps Agba company while he is in prison?
(a) Mrs. Williams.
(b) Mr. Biggle.
(c) Mr. Coke.
(d) Grimalkin.

3. What aspect of the foal does Agba point out to Signor Achmet?
(a) The white spot on his heel.
(b) His long neck.
(c) His healthy coat and active behavior.
(d) His long legs.

4. Why does the cook sell Sham?
(a) The king orders the sale.
(b) To punish Agba.
(c) The cook has too many debts.
(d) Sham is too disobedient.

5. In Chapter 1, how many horses does Agba care for?
(a) Ten.
(b) Six.
(c) One.
(d) Twelve.

Short Answer Questions

1. What prophecy does Signor Achmet make in Chapter 5?

2. Why is Agba worried about the mare he tends?

3. How does the carter punish Sham?

4. Why does Agba train Sham to run longer?

5. Who gives the Sultan's horses amulets?

(see the answer key)

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