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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the end of Chapter Nineteen, what does Taran see when the wind blows the curtains aside?
(a) The warriors lining up near the cauldron.
(b) Doli and Smoit, coming to the rescue.
(c) The army of Huntsmen preparing to attack.
(d) A huge flock of birds.

2. In the opening lines of Chapter Eleven, what happens to make Taran drop his sword?
(a) The sword becomes too hot for him to hold.
(b) A warrior strikes his hand with a hammer.
(c) The sword turns into a snake.
(d) A fairy lights on hs hand and startles him.

3. Why does Taran say he doesn't dare lead them through the marshes toward Caer Dallben?
(a) Without the brooch, they'll probably die in quicksand.
(b) He has lost the map.
(c) With the heavy cauldron, they'll probably drown.
(d) The horses have to walk side by side and the path is too narrow.

4. How many gwythaints does Ellidyr say he killed?
(a) Five.
(b) Dozens.
(c) Eight.
(d) Two.

5. What does Taran ask Ellidyr to help them do?
(a) Leave.
(b) Find Dallben and bring him to them..
(c) Take the cauldron to Dallben or at least help get it out of the river.
(d) Find an easier path.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Eilonwy suggest a particular spot of the river as a place to cross?

2. What are the first words Ellidyr says to Taran and the others when they are reunited in Chapter Seventeen?

3. Why does Orddu say Eilonwy must not touch the fabric on a loom?

4. What does Fflewddur think is broken that causes him to say, "It's useless," when he falls near the edge of the river?

5. What are the properties Orddu says the brooch has?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Taran try to mislead the enchantresses when asked for their names and what is the result of his attempted deception?

2. Why does Taran say he and the others can't simply leave without the cauldron?

3. What happens when Taran and the others try to steal the cauldron and what is the reaction of the enchantresses?

4. What are some of the trades offered to Orddu for the cauldron and what is Orddu's reaction to each?

5. How does Taran's group find the cauldron?

6. What happens at the end of Chapter Eighteen that reveals Morgant is not the man they believe him to be?

7. What is the history of the brooch?

8. Describe the reunion with Ellidyr.

9. List three details about the first enchantress.

10. What are some of the suggestions as to how to find the cauldron?

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