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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Father Huw's job in Gwytherin?
(a) Caretaker.
(b) Housekeeper.
(c) Pastor.
(d) Judge.

2. What excuse does Prior Robert give for not being able to help Brother Richard hold vigil on the second night?
(a) The sheriff will be questioning him.
(b) He needs to meet with Prince Owain and Bishop David.
(c) He is busy with the bailiff.
(d) He is afraid to approach Rhisiart's body.

3. Why is Father Huw planning a meeting for the day after the monks arrive in Gwytherin?
(a) To put Prior Robert on trial.
(b) To find jobs for the monks.
(c) To discuss Prior Robert's proposal.
(d) To find housing for the monks.

4. Why does Rhisiart agree not to tell the townspeople that Prior Robert tried to bribe him?
(a) The townspoeple will want more money.
(b) He is ashamed of Prior Robert.
(c) The townspeople will try to kill Prior Robert.
(d) The townspeople will be upset with Rhisiart for not accepting the bribe.

5. When Sioned and Peredur arrive, what does Sioned say Rhisiart was doing the last time she saw him?
(a) Rhisiart was on his way to the meeting.
(b) Rhisiart was at their home.
(c) Rhisiart was on his way to help with the birth of two calves.
(d) Rhisiart was entering St. Winifred's chapel.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Father Huw offer the monks from Shrewsbury when they arrive at Gwytherin?

2. What does Brother Cadfael do after Prior Robert dismisses him and Brother John after Father Huw says he will plan a meeting?

3. Who is Sioned in love with?

4. Who tries to rouse Brother Columbanus from his trance during the vigil on the third night?

5. How does the Welsh girl react when Brother Cadfael tells her about the purpose of the monks' visit?

(see the answer key)

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