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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Prior Robert feel about the abbot's decision to allow Brother Cadfael and Brother John to accompany him to Gwytherin?
(a) Suspicious.
(b) Unhappy.
(c) Unaffected.
(d) Grateful.

2. Who rules the territory that includes Gwytherin?
(a) Father Huw.
(b) Abbot Heribert.
(c) St. Winifred.
(d) Bishop David and Prince Owain.

3. After Prior Robert talks about the importance of acquiring a relic for the abbey, why do the brothers run outside?
(a) They want to get away from Prior Robert.
(b) Visitors appear at the gate of the monastery.
(c) They hear a loud cry.
(d) They hear a loud crash.

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

5. Where is Brother Cadfael working when he is called for mass?
(a) In the monastery library.
(b) In the church sanctuary.
(c) In the monastery kitchen.
(d) In the monastery garden.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Winifred, why did a spring rise up in Wales?

2. Why does Brother Cadfael want to become acquainted with the man whom the Welsh girl meets?

3. Why does Prince Cradoc cut off Winifred's head?

4. What does the Welsh girl do after she speaks to Brother Cadfael about the monks' mission?

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

(see the answer key)

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