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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Winifred, why did a spring rise up in Wales?
(a) It is where she was martyred.
(b) It is where an ancient abbey once stood.
(c) It is where she was born.
(d) It is where she is buried.

2. Whom does Father Huw tell Prior Robert that the saints live to honor?
(a) Themselves.
(b) Their parents.
(c) Other saints.
(d) The Lord.

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

4. When the Welsh girl who meets Brother Cadfael recognizes him as a visitor from England, what does she do?
(a) Offers him and the other monks a place to stay.
(b) Invites him to go for a walk.
(c) Runs away.
(d) Speaks a few words in English to him.

5. 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.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who gives an herbal mixture to Brother Columbanus to help him sleep?

2. Why is Father Huw planning a meeting for the day after the monks arrive in Gwytherin?

3. Who does Prior Robert say has approved his mission to Gwytherin?

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

5. What is Father Huw's job in Gwytherin?

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