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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7 and 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How soon after arriving in Rio de Janeiro does Alec learn a ship will be heading to the states?
(a) 1 week.
(b) The next day.
(c) 1 month.
(d) 3 days.

2. How does Alec stay with the Black after they are tossed from the ship in Chapter 2?
(a) He grabs hold of the rope attached to the Black.
(b) He feeds the Black sugar so he stays close.
(c) He sits on him.
(d) He holds onto the Black's mane.

3. What does the Black do the first time Alec tries to touch his head on the island?
(a) He calms and lets him.
(b) He quivers then runs away.
(c) He gnashes his teeth at Alec.
(d) He kicks at Alec.

4. What does Alec do in hopes he will find water to drink when he reaches the island?
(a) He wanders aimlessly figuring he will find water eventually.
(b) He follows the Black's hoof prints.
(c) He looks for houses.
(d) He yells for help.

5. How long has Alec been gone from home when he arrives in New York in Chapter 8?
(a) 1 years.
(b) 8 weeks.
(c) 2.5 years.
(d) 5 months.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Alec plan to keep the Black when he gets home?

2. Who is the old horse using the only good stall at the old Halleran house?

3. In Chapter 7, what do they call the place where the ship gets "inspected before passing into New York Harbor" (59)?

4. What color is Alec's hair?

5. What do Alec's parents say they will be sending to Rio de Janeiro for Alec when he arrives there?

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