The Black Stallion Quiz: Chapters 1-9

Why did Alec name the wild horse "The Black"?

• Because the horse had a black mane and tail

• Because the horse was completely black in color

• Because the horse was from Black Island

• Because the horse had a black saddle

How did Alec and the Black first become stranded on the island?

• Their boat was attacked by pirates

• The ship they were on sank during a storm

• They got lost while exploring

• The Black ran away with Alec

Which of the following best describes how Alec gained the Black's trust on the island?

• He chased the Black until it gave up

• He offered the Black food and approached slowly

• He built a fence to trap the Black

• He rode the Black immediately

What did Alec use to signal for help while stranded on the island?

• He built a large fire

• He waved a white flag

• He used a mirror to reflect sunlight

• He wrote a message in the sand

Which event led to Alec and the Black being rescued from the island?

• Alec swam to a nearby ship

• A passing ship saw Alec's fire and rescued them

• The Black swam to the mainland with Alec

• Alec sent a message in a bottle

How did Alec manage to bring the Black horse back to America?

• He hid the Black in a lifeboat

• He convinced the ship's captain to let the Black on board

• He rode the Black across the ocean

• He left the Black on the island

What challenge did Alec face when he arrived in New York with the Black?

• Finding food for the Black

• Convincing his parents to keep the Black

• Finding a place to keep the Black horse

• Teaching the Black to speak

Why was Henry Dailey important to Alec and the Black?

• He was Alec's uncle

• He was a famous horse trainer who helped Alec with the Black

• He owned the ship that rescued Alec

• He was the mayor of the town

Based on Alec’s actions on the island, what can you infer about his character?

• He is impatient and reckless

• He is resourceful and caring

• He is lazy and uninterested

• He is afraid of animals

Why do you think Alec was able to form a bond with the Black when others could not?

• He was the first person the Black ever saw

• He used patience and kindness instead of force

• He bribed the Black with sugar cubes

• He threatened the Black