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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Brother Cadfael realize when Prior Robert tries to bribe Rhisiart to get him to approve his proposal?
(a) It could cost Prior Robert his life.
(b) Prior Robert will need to bribe others as well.
(c) It will work.
(d) It is wrong.

2. According to Prior Robert, why is it important for the abbey to obtain a relic?
(a) The relic will help attract tourists to the abbey, which will help them make money.
(b) It is the next step in the process for having the abbey declared a shrine.
(c) Every other abbey has a relic.
(d) To bring prestige to the abbey.

3. How does the Welsh girl react when Brother Cadfael tells her about the purpose of the monks' visit?
(a) With fright.
(b) With anger.
(c) With joy.
(d) With surprise.

4. What does Father Huw warn Prior Robert about regarding the approval of his proposal?
(a) Bishop David and Prince Owain will probably not approve.
(b) God will punish Prior Robert for his selfishness.
(c) The townspeople will probably not approve.
(d) Prior Robert's followers are likely to turn against him.

5. What does Cal mean when he tells Brother Cadfael, "Sweeten him and you'll get your way."
(a) If they bribe Rhisiart with sweets, he will change his mind and so will the townspeople.
(b) If they appeal to Rhisiart in the appropriate way, the townspeople will follow.
(c) If they "sweet-talk" Prior Robert into leaving Gwytherin, they will get their way.
(d) If they "sweeten" Prior Robert, that is, if they get him to act kindlier, they will get their way.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Father Huw say when Rhisiart doesn't come to the meeting with Prior Robert?

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

3. When Sioned and Peredur arrive, what does Sioned say Rhisiart was doing the last time she saw him?

4. Why does the Welsh girl who meets Brother Cadfael become nervous when he speaks to her?

5. What is "falling sickness"?

(see the answer key)

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