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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Brother Cadfael skeptical when Prior Robert claims that it is a miracle when St. Winifred leads him to her grave?
(a) St. Winifred's grave is marked with the largest stone in the graveyard.
(b) Brother Cadfael dioesn't believe in miracles.
(c) Prior Robert could have found his way to her grave earlier.
(d) Prior Robert claims that everything is a miracle.

2. Where do Brother Jerome and Brother Columbanus sleep on the night they arrive in Gwytherin?
(a) Rhisiart's home.
(b) Cadwallon's home.
(c) Bened's home.
(d) Father Huw's home.

3. What does Annest ask Brother Cadfael about her relationship with Brother John?
(a) If Brother John has declared his love for her.
(b) If her love for him is wicked.
(c) If Brother John can remain with her when the other brothers leave.
(d) If she should pursue her relationship with him.

4. According to Cal, the ploughman, why does Bened believe he will not be able to marry Sioned?
(a) He is not handsome enough.
(b) He does not get along with Sioned's father.
(c) He does not have enough money.
(d) The difference in their ages.

5. Why does Brother Cadfael believe Cal remains quiet about Sioned's feelings of love?
(a) Cal doesn't want to endanger Sioned's life.
(b) Cal sympathizes with Sioned.
(c) Cal doesn't want to endanger his own life.
(d) Cal is afraid he will lose his job.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What weapon is Engelard an expert at using?

3. What does Brother Cadfael realize about Peredur's relationship with Rhisiart when he considers Peredur as a suspect in Rhisiart's murder?

4. Why does Prior Robert request a private meeting away from the townspeople regarding his proposal?

5. According to the myth explained to Brother Cadfael by Sioned, what person touching the murder victim would cause it to gush blood?

(see the answer key)

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