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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through When a Racehorse's Worst Memory is a Starting Gate.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. "Sand-castle syndrome" indicates that someone gets joy in creating something then what?
(a) Doubling it.
(b) Enhancing it.
(c) Destroying it.
(d) Forgetting it.

2. Where did Monty move with his family in Chapter 5, Flag is Up Farms Regained?
(a) The Lazy J Trailer Park.
(b) Omaha, Nebraska.
(c) Flag is Up Farms.
(d) Rock Creek Horse Ranch.

3. In Chapter 8, When a Racehorse's Worst Memory is a Starting Gate, Monty discusses how man's history of violence towards horses has resulted in the loss of what?
(a) Emotional connection.
(b) Jumping ability.
(c) Trust.
(d) Rage.

4. How many mares did Lomitas go on to spawn after being retired?
(a) 72.
(b) 120.
(c) 55.
(d) 28.

5. What color was Johnny Trivio?
(a) Sable.
(b) White.
(c) Black.
(d) Copper.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old was Monty Roberts when he won his first riding trophy?

2. Where was the house in the middle of Salinas that Monty and his family moved to in Chapter 2, Growing Up with Horses?

3. How old was Hastings Harcourt when he met Monty?

4. What horse did Monty Roberts claim was his all-time favorite in Chapter 3, East of Eden?

5. What deer did Monty meet and describe as the "sweetest, kindest most attentive deer"?

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