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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the Welsh girl who meets Brother Cadfael become nervous when he speaks to her?
(a) He speaks Welsh.
(b) The English are looked upon with suspicion.
(c) She doesn't understand English.
(d) Her boyfriend is standing behind Brother Cadfael.

2. 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 "sweeten" Prior Robert, that is, if they get him to act kindlier, they will get their way.
(c) If they appeal to Rhisiart in the appropriate way, the townspeople will follow.
(d) If they "sweet-talk" Prior Robert into leaving Gwytherin, they will get their way.

3. What happens to Prince Cradoc after he cuts off Winifred's head?
(a) He becomes deeply depressed.
(b) He becomes king.
(c) He disappears in a puff of smoke.
(d) He melts into the ground.

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

5. Who understands Dame Branwen's condition and wants to help her?
(a) Brother Columbanus.
(b) Peredur.
(c) Annest.
(d) Sioned.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where are Prior Robert and the other brothers gathered when Sioned and her servants approach?

2. What does Brother Cadfael tell Sioned about his plot to trap Brother Columbanus?

3. Why does Rhisiart agree not to tell the townspeople that Prior Robert tried to bribe him?

4. How does Brother Columbanus injure Sioned when he tries to kill her?

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

(see the answer key)

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