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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 4, Chapter 16, Ivory and Sansevieria.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What bet does the man at Blackwater say he had with Carl Hastings?
(a) That Carl Hastings couldn't eat ten blood sausages in ten minutes.
(b) That Carl Hastings would never marry.
(c) That Carl Hastings couldn't swim across the English Channel.
(d) That Carl Hastings would not hunt and kill a lion.

2. Why does Wrack's owner change his mind about Beryl being his trainer?
(a) Because he does not like Beryl's training methods.
(b) Becuase he does not like Beryl's attitude.
(c) It was on the advice of a friend.
(d) Because she is too young.

3. Who is the only female influence Beryl has during her childhood?
(a) Karen Blixen.
(b) Mrs. Elkington.
(c) A native woman.
(d) Lady Delamere.

4. What is the runway like when Beryl lands at Nungwe?
(a) It is lit with torches.
(b) It has plant roots and other debris.
(c) It is too short.
(d) It is in great condition because emergency planes land there frequently.

5. Who is supportive of the decision that Beryl makes in Nairobi?
(a) Karen Blixen.
(b) Arab Kosky.
(c) Arab Ruta.
(d) Lady Delamere.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the pilot of the plane that Beryl watches land in Nairobi?

2. What happens to Beryl and her father as a result of a drought?

3. What is the new racehorse's nature?

4. Where is Beryl the night before the Saint Leger race?

5. What does Beryl discover about the acquaintance she encounters while assisting Woody?

(see the answer key)

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