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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Math Son of Mathonwy.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following does Gwydion not use at some stage during the tale to create his illusions?
(a) Mistletoe
(b) Toadstools
(c) Flowers
(d) Seaweed

2. How fast is Rhiannon's horse travelling when the messengers pursue her?
(a) Faster than lightning
(b) A brisk canter
(c) A slow, even pace
(d) A full gallop

3. Where did Manawydan go to offer homage to Caswallawn?
(a) Dyfed
(b) Arberth
(c) Oxford
(d) The White Mount in London

4. Which of the following is not part of the situation where Lleu Llaw Gyffes can be killed?
(a) A spear made while folk are at Mass on Sundays
(b) Having one foot on a goat and one foot on the rim of a bath
(c) A hut on a riverbank
(d) Being dressed only in a net

5. Which tale is the earliest contained in THE MABINOGION?
(a) Culhwch and Olwen
(b) Gereint Son of Erbin
(c) Math Son of Mathonwy
(d) Branwen Daughter of Llyr

Short Answer Questions

1. How many original manuscripts did the original tales come from?

2. When do the mice come to steal Manawydan's grain?

3. What is the name of the man (other than Pwyll) who claims Rhiannon as his bride?

4. Who translated THE MABINOGION?

5. What is the technical term used for stories told to explain a place name?

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