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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. As Brother Cadfael thinks about the suspects in Rhisiart's murder, and he asks around, what does he attempt to discover about Rhisiart?
(a) He attempts to discover if Rhisiart had enemies.
(b) He attempts to discover where Rhisiart's wife is living.
(c) He attempts to discover if Rhisiart had any other land holdings elsewhere in Wales.
(d) He attempts to discover if Rhisiart had other children.

3. Where are Prior Robert and the other brothers gathered when Sioned and her servants approach?
(a) Inside St. Winifred's chapel.
(b) St. Winifred's grave.
(c) At the scene of Rhisiart's murder.
(d) In Bened's home.

4. What does Brother Cadfael do after Prior Robert dismisses him and Brother John after Father Huw says he will plan a meeting?
(a) Goes to sleep.
(b) Goes to a local tavern.
(c) Plays cards with Brother John.
(d) Explores the area.

5. What does Brother Cadfael tell Sioned at the site of Rhisiart's murder?
(a) Don't disturb the murder scene.
(b) Harming others in revenge is a sin.
(c) Prayer and meditation won't help now.
(d) She must remain at the site of the murder.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is Brother Cadfael working when he is called for mass?

2. What does Sioned want to do when she first reaches the murder scene of her father?

3. As Brother Cadfael and Sioned discuss Rhisiart's murder, whom do they agree did not murder Rhisiart?

4. Who is the first to voice his opinion at the town meeting to discuss Prior Robert's proposal?

5. What is the relationship between Sioned and Peredur, Cadwallon's son?

(see the answer key)

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