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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Brother Cadfael believe Cal remains quiet about Sioned's feelings of love?
(a) Cal doesn't want to endanger his own life.
(b) Cal sympathizes with Sioned.
(c) Cal is afraid he will lose his job.
(d) Cal doesn't want to endanger Sioned's life.

2. What does Brother Cadfael realize when Prior Robert tries to bribe Rhisiart to get him to approve his proposal?
(a) It is wrong.
(b) It could cost Prior Robert his life.
(c) Prior Robert will need to bribe others as well.
(d) It will work.

3. Who is the first to voice his opinion at the town meeting to discuss Prior Robert's proposal?
(a) Padrig.
(b) Father Huw.
(c) Cadwallon.
(d) Rhisiart.

4. How does Brother Cadfael persuade Abbot Heribert that he is necessary on the expedition to Gwytherin?
(a) Brother Cadfael will be a Welsh translator.
(b) Brother Cadfael will watch over Brother John.
(c) Brother Cadfael will acquire herbs for medicinal use.
(d) Brother Cadfael will help protect Prior Robert.

5. What do Brother John and Brother Cadfael learn that the Welsh people seem to value after Padrig speaks to them about the town meeting?
(a) Honesty.
(b) Money.
(c) Fairness.
(d) Sacrifice.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Prior Robert do when the monks arrive in Gwytherin?

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

3. How does Father Huw feel when he learns of the approval of Prior Robert's mission?

4. How does the Welsh girl react when Brother Cadfael tells her about the purpose of the monks' visit?

5. What is special about the spring that Winifred describes in the dream?

(see the answer key)

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