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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 23.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What special treatment does Agba show the mare?
(a) He talks to her gently.
(b) He sneaks her treats during the day.
(c) He spends more time currying her than his other horses.
(d) He gives her spring water from a bucket.

2. In Chapter 8, what does Agba pack for his journey?
(a) A cloak and a flask of wine.
(b) Extra blankets.
(c) A camel hair rub-rag and a leather water pouch.
(d) A knife and his amulets.

3. Why is the Earl of Godolphin considering selling his stables?
(a) He is tired of racing.
(b) He is planning to move to Spain.
(c) He is in great debt.
(d) He is getting too old to manage the stables.

4. What is the Queen's plate?
(a) A valuable prize for winning a horse race.
(b) An antique plate given to the Earl's grandfather.
(c) A tract of royal land.
(d) A famous racetrack.

5. Which country does Sir Barton represent?
(a) England.
(b) America.
(c) Canada.
(d) Morocco.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who does Sham allow to hold the reins when he pulls a carriage?

3. Why does Agba train Sham to run longer?

4. What does Mr. Biggle want Mr. Coke to buy?

5. What does Agba do to earn money in Chapter 13?

(see the answer key)

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