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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to the myth explained to Brother Cadfael by Sioned, what person touching the murder victim would cause it to gush blood?
(a) The closest family member.
(b) The murderer.
(c) A clergyman.
(d) The person who found the corpse.

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

3. When he receives the invitation from Prior Robert to work out their differences, what does Rhisiart say about threats and bribes?
(a) He will accept the bribe as it is offered.
(b) He truly believes the threat about St. Winifred's wrath.
(c) The amount of the bribe will need to be increased.
(d) Threats and bribes won't change his opinion.

4. What does Sioned want Peredur to do before they bury Rhisiart?
(a) Place a cross on his chest.
(b) Place a sacred cloth on his body.
(c) Pray for him.
(d) Kiss Rhisiart on the forehead.

5. What weapon actually killed Rhisiart?
(a) An arrow.
(b) A large stone.
(c) A knife.
(d) Poison.

Short Answer Questions

1. Whom does Father Huw tell Prior Robert that the saints live to honor?

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

3. How does Engelard become a suspect in Rhisiart's murder?

4. How does Brother Cadfael persuade Abbot Heribert that he is necessary on the expedition to Gwytherin?

5. How does Prior Robert feel about the abbot's decision to allow Brother Cadfael and Brother John to accompany him to Gwytherin?

(see the answer key)

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