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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is the mare described as being like the wind?
(a) She is fast.
(b) The wind is fierce.
(c) She is beautiful.
(d) The wind cannot be tamed.

2. Why does Agba worry about Sham in Chapter 6?
(a) Agba fears no one will care for Sham if he is executed.
(b) Sham is missing.
(c) Agba fears the Sultan will destroy Sham.
(d) Sham is constantly escaping his stall.

3. Why doesn't the mare eat the corn Agba brings her in Chapter 2?
(a) Another horse steals the corn.
(b) She is too tired.
(c) She is a picky eater.
(d) The corn is spoiled.

4. How does Signor Achmet react to the boar's squeal in Chapter 4?
(a) He makes the wheat ear sign.
(b) He shouts at the boar.
(c) He throws a rock at the boar.
(d) He prays that the boar will absorb any evil spirits.

5. In Chapter 1, why does no one at the palace eat during the day?
(a) They are busy preparing for the Sultan's arrival.
(b) They are fasting because it is Ramadan.
(c) They are in mourning.
(d) The Sultan does not give his slaves much food.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Man 'o War's nickname?

2. What must Agba do before he can approach the Sultan?

3. What does Agba feed the foal in Chapter 5?

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

5. Why does the Sultan want Signor Achmet to select six horses and six horse boys?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why do Mr. Riddle's friends want him to send Big Red to England?

2. What is the significance of the new moon?

3. How does the old man in Chapter 2 describe the mare?

4. How does Agba become the foal's "father"?

5. Why doesn't Agba break his fast with the other stable boys?

6. How does Agba prepare for his audience with the Sultan?

7. Describe the gifts the Sultan gives the horses before they leave for France.

8. How does Big Red win the race in Kenilworth Park against Sir Barton?

9. What does King Louis XV decide to do with the Sultan's gift?

10. Why is a wild boar kept behind the Sultan's stables?

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