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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is the first to voice his opinion at the town meeting to discuss Prior Robert's proposal?
(a) Cadwallon.
(b) Padrig.
(c) Father Huw.
(d) Rhisiart.

2. What does Annest ask Brother Cadfael about her relationship with Brother John?
(a) If Brother John has declared his love for her.
(b) If her love for him is wicked.
(c) If Brother John can remain with her when the other brothers leave.
(d) If she should pursue her relationship with him.

3. What is the topic of discussion at the meeting Brother Cadfael goes to after leaving Father Huw?
(a) A woman's place in society.
(b) Rhisiart's holdings.
(c) Dame Branwen's condition.
(d) How divided the town has become.

4. How does Brother Cadfael feel when he discovers the condition of the bottle of poppy seed syrup?
(a) Embarrassed.
(b) Suspicious.
(c) Disgusted.
(d) Betrayed.

5. What does Brother Cadfael learn about Rhisiart's marital status at Bened's house?
(a) He never married.
(b) He and his wife have been married for many years.
(c) His wife left him many years ago.
(d) He is a widower.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why do the heads of the parish tell Father Huw that Prior Robert may take St. Winifred's remains?

2. Where do Brother Jerome and Brother Columbanus sleep on the night they arrive in Gwytherin?

3. Why does Prior Robert request a private meeting away from the townspeople regarding his proposal?

4. How does Sioned feel, knowing that Peredur did not murder her father?

5. What is strange about the contents of the bottle of poppy seed syrup with which Brother Cadfael wants to treat Dame Branwen?

(see the answer key)

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