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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What instrument does Rhisiart's daughter, Sioned, play?
(a) Harp.
(b) Harpsichord.
(c) Flute.
(d) Horn.

2. How does Brother Columbanus make Brother Jerome a suspect in Rhisiart's murder?
(a) Brother Columbanus claims he dreamed that Brother Jerome killed Rhisiart.
(b) Brother Columbanus saw Brother Jerome leave the chapel while they were supposed to be praying.
(c) Brother Columbanus saw Brother Jerome return to the chapel in different clothing than when he left.
(d) Brother Columbanus fell asleep at the chapel and has no alibi for Brother Jerome.

3. What does Brother Cadfael learn about Rhisiart's marital status at Bened's house?
(a) He and his wife have been married for many years.
(b) He is a widower.
(c) His wife left him many years ago.
(d) He never married.

4. After Brother Cadfael gives Peredur the message from Sioned, what does he learn about Cal?
(a) Cal is escorting Brother John to England.
(b) Cal is guarding Brother John's cell.
(c) Cal has disappeared.
(d) Cal has decided to join a monastery.

5. What does Brother Cadfael learn about the home of Bened, the town smith?
(a) Travelers use it as a rest stop.
(b) It was once an abbey.
(c) Small nightly gatherings are held there.
(d) It is haunted.

Short Answer Questions

1. Whom does Annest say wants Brother John arrested immediately?

2. Why do the heads of the parish tell Father Huw that Prior Robert may take St. Winifred's remains?

3. What does Brother Cadfael tell Sioned about his plot to trap Brother Columbanus?

4. After Father Huw thanks Brother Cadfael, what does Father Huw admit to Brother Cadfael?

5. Who understands Dame Branwen's condition and wants to help her?

(see the answer key)

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