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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Engelard's alibi when Rhisiart was killed?
(a) Engelard was tending to the births of two calves.
(b) Engelard went for a ride on his horse.
(c) Engelard was picking up supplies in a nearby town.
(d) Engelard was at a prayer sevice at St. Winifred's chapel.

2. Why does Prior Robert think the journey to Gwytherin proceeded so smoothly?
(a) Abbot Heribert accompanies them.
(b) Prior Robert commends himself for planning the trip so well.
(c) Divine intervention.
(d) Brother Cadfael and Brother John were integral to the success of the journey.

3. Where do Brother Jerome and Brother Columbanus sleep on the night they arrive in Gwytherin?
(a) Bened's home.
(b) Father Huw's home.
(c) Rhisiart's home.
(d) Cadwallon's home.

4. What does Brother Cadfael learn about the home of Bened, the town smith?
(a) It was once an abbey.
(b) Travelers use it as a rest stop.
(c) It is haunted.
(d) Small nightly gatherings are held there.

5. What does Father Huw warn Prior Robert about regarding the approval of his proposal?
(a) God will punish Prior Robert for his selfishness.
(b) Prior Robert's followers are likely to turn against him.
(c) Bishop David and Prince Owain will probably not approve.
(d) The townspeople will probably not approve.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. What do the townspeople decide to do with Engelard until a law official arrives to investigate Rhisiart's death?

4. Where do Prior Robert and Brother Richard sleep on the night they arrive in Gwytherin?

5. What does Father Huw offer the monks from Shrewsbury when they arrive at Gwytherin?

(see the answer key)

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