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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Father Huw warn Prior Robert about regarding the approval of his proposal?
(a) Prior Robert's followers are likely to turn against him.
(b) The townspeople will probably not approve.
(c) Bishop David and Prince Owain will probably not approve.
(d) God will punish Prior Robert for his selfishness.

2. Why does Brother Cadfael believe Cal remains quiet about Sioned's feelings of love?
(a) Cal doesn't want to endanger Sioned's life.
(b) Cal is afraid he will lose his job.
(c) Cal doesn't want to endanger his own life.
(d) Cal sympathizes with Sioned.

3. What is the relationship between Sioned and Peredur, Cadwallon's son?
(a) Good friends.
(b) They are not acquainted.
(c) Enemies.
(d) Lovers.

4. Where does Prior Robert suggest they take Brother Columbanus after they witness his "falling sickness"?
(a) The monastery infirmary.
(b) A local hospital.
(c) Columbanus' room.
(d) The monastery garden.

5. Where is Brother Cadfael working when he is called for mass?
(a) In the church sanctuary.
(b) In the monastery kitchen.
(c) In the monastery garden.
(d) In the monastery library.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the occupation of the man that the Welsh girl meets?

2. Why does Brother Cadfael want to become acquainted with the man whom the Welsh girl meets?

3. Who is Sioned supposed to marry?

4. Who does Prior Robert ask to tell Winifred's life story?

5. Who gives an herbal mixture to Brother Columbanus to help him sleep?

(see the answer key)

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