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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Father Huw offer the monks from Shrewsbury when they arrive at Gwytherin?
(a) Jobs.
(b) Advice.
(c) Food and shelter.
(d) Parcels of land.

2. Why does Prior Robert request a private meeting away from the townspeople regarding his proposal?
(a) His arguments are having no affect.
(b) The meeting with the townspeople was adjourned.
(c) He fears for his life.
(d) He is feeling ill.

3. When Sioned and Peredur arrive, what does Sioned say Rhisiart was doing the last time she saw him?
(a) Rhisiart was on his way to help with the birth of two calves.
(b) Rhisiart was on his way to the meeting.
(c) Rhisiart was at their home.
(d) Rhisiart was entering St. Winifred's chapel.

4. What does Cal mean when he tells Brother Cadfael, "Sweeten him and you'll get your way."
(a) If they bribe Rhisiart with sweets, he will change his mind and so will the townspeople.
(b) If they "sweet-talk" Prior Robert into leaving Gwytherin, they will get their way.
(c) If they "sweeten" Prior Robert, that is, if they get him to act kindlier, they will get their way.
(d) If they appeal to Rhisiart in the appropriate way, the townspeople will follow.

5. For what reason does Prior Robert think that Rhisiart didn't come to their meeting to work out their differences?
(a) The weather is causing his delay.
(b) He decided to accept Prior Robert's bribe.
(c) He is afraid of St. Winifred's wrath.
(d) Something terrible must have happened.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the problem with Engelard's alibi when Rhisiart was killed?

2. Why does Prior Robert send the men to St. Winifred's chapel?

3. During Vespers, whom does Prior Robert warn the townspeople about as a threat to get his way?

4. Why does Prince Cradoc cut off Winifred's head?

5. What is Padrig's occupation?

(see the answer key)

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