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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where are Prior Robert and the other brothers gathered when Sioned and her servants approach?
(a) At the scene of Rhisiart's murder.
(b) In Bened's home.
(c) St. Winifred's grave.
(d) Inside St. Winifred's chapel.

2. Who appears and causes Brother Columbanus to run out?
(a) Brother Cadfael.
(b) Engelard.
(c) Prior Robert.
(d) Peredur.

3. What does Prior Robert do when it is stated that Engelard is the prime suspect in the murder of Rhisiart?
(a) Promotes the idea of Engelard as a suspect.
(b) Organizes a search party to find the real killer.
(c) Remains silent.
(d) Defends Engelard.

4. After Prior Robert attempts to bribe Rhisiart to get approval for his proposal, how does Father Huw treat Prior Robert?
(a) With sympathy.
(b) With kindness.
(c) With impatience.
(d) With anger.

5. What is special about the spring that Winifred describes in the dream?
(a) It gives one the power to see into the future.
(b) It has healing power.
(c) It gives immediate sainthood.
(d) It gives one the ability to live forever.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. After the voice awakens Brother Columbanus and calls his name, what does the voice refer to him as?

3. What is Padrig's occupation?

4. What does Brother Cadfael notice about the ground beside Rhisiart's body?

5. Regarding Rhisiart's murder, what do Bened and the townspeople believe about the monks?

(see the answer key)

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