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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Combat of Munremar and Curoi | The Slaughter of the Boy Troop.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Cuchulain had another name before he took the name Cuchulain. What was it?
(a) Brian Boru.
(b) Cormac.
(c) Setanta.
(d) Culann.

2. Why were the men of Ireland waiting around for two weeks?
(a) They were waiting for supplies to arrive.
(b) They were training for battle.
(c) They were deciding which men would be in each unit.
(d) They were waiting for a sign to go into battle.

3. How does Cuchulain trick the man of Ireland into telling him what he wants to know?
(a) By giving the man his sword.
(b) By offering him a bribe.
(c) By saying he would never kill an unarmed man.
(d) By pretending to be a holy druid.

4. What are the men of Ireland finally able to do after they finish the tunnel?
(a) Finish the tunnel and reach Ulster.
(b) Cross the stream and take their supplies with them.
(c) Trap Cuchulain in a cave.
(d) Go around the mountain on foot.

5. Which of the following is not true about Cuchulain?
(a) He is a great warrior.
(b) He is a great speaker.
(c) He is considered a god.
(d) He is a teenager.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Lochi wear a golden tiara?

2. What are Munremar and Curoi involved in?

3. What is Medb's reaction to Etarcumul's death?

4. Who is Finnabair?

5. Who does Fergus send to tell Cuchulain that he should never be caught running from battle?

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