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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Father Huw planning a meeting for the day after the monks arrive in Gwytherin?
(a) To discuss Prior Robert's proposal.
(b) To find housing for the monks.
(c) To put Prior Robert on trial.
(d) To find jobs for the monks.

2. 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) Unaffected.
(c) Grateful.
(d) Unhappy.

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

4. 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 will work.
(c) Prior Robert will need to bribe others as well.
(d) It could cost Prior Robert his life.

5. What is "falling sickness"?
(a) Dizzy spells.
(b) Frequent seizures.
(c) Hypochondria.
(d) Frequent fainting spells.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Sioned supposed to marry?

2. How does Engelard become a suspect in Rhisiart's murder?

3. After Brother John grabs the leg of the man who chases Engelard, who is furious with Brother John?

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

5. Where is Brother Cadfael working when he is called for mass?

(see the answer key)

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