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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What weapon is Engelard an expert at using?
(a) Bow and arrow.
(b) Slingshot.
(c) Dagger.
(d) Sword.

2. To what does Prior Robert invite Rhisiart so Prior Robert can try to work out their differences?
(a) A prayer meeting.
(b) Vespers.
(c) Dinner.
(d) Lunch.

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

4. What does Brother Cadfael tell Sioned at the site of Rhisiart's murder?
(a) She must remain at the site of the murder.
(b) Harming others in revenge is a sin.
(c) Don't disturb the murder scene.
(d) Prayer and meditation won't help now.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Brother Cadfael learn about Rhisiart's marital status at Bened's house?

2. How do many of the townspeople react to Prior Robert's accusation in Rhisiart's death?

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

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

5. For what reason does Prior Robert think that Rhisiart didn't come to their meeting to work out their differences?

(see the answer key)

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