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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Brother Cadfael tell Sioned about his plot to trap Brother Columbanus?
(a) The plot will work easily.
(b) He doesn't expect cooperation from the other monks.
(c) The plot will be dangerous.
(d) Law officials must not be involved.

2. How does Peredur react when he hears the message Brother Cadfael relays to him from Sioned?
(a) He hugs Brother Cadfael.
(b) He winces.
(c) He is visibly unaffected.
(d) He cries with joy.

3. Who is the first to voice his opinion at the town meeting to discuss Prior Robert's proposal?
(a) Father Huw.
(b) Padrig.
(c) Rhisiart.
(d) Cadwallon.

4. How does Sioned feel, knowing that Peredur did not murder her father?
(a) Concerned.
(b) Excited.
(c) Suspicious.
(d) Relieved.

5. Who understands Dame Branwen's condition and wants to help her?
(a) Peredur.
(b) Annest.
(c) Sioned.
(d) Brother Columbanus.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Brother Cadfael skeptical when Prior Robert claims that it is a miracle when St. Winifred leads him to her grave?

2. What instrument does Rhisiart's daughter, Sioned, play?

3. What does Brother Cadfael learn about Rhisiart's marital status at Bened's house?

4. What do Brother John and Brother Cadfael learn that the Welsh people seem to value after Padrig speaks to them about the town meeting?

5. Who is Sioned supposed to marry?

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