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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Cal, the ploughman, why does Bened believe he will not be able to marry Sioned?
(a) He does not get along with Sioned's father.
(b) He is not handsome enough.
(c) He does not have enough money.
(d) The difference in their ages.

2. What does Brother Cadfael learn about Rhisiart's marital status at Bened's house?
(a) He is a widower.
(b) His wife left him many years ago.
(c) He and his wife have been married for many years.
(d) He never married.

3. When Brother Cadfael asks Sioned to remove her father's clothes, what does he ask her to take note of?
(a) Where his clothes are bloodstained.
(b) Where his clothes are torn.
(c) If any articles of clothing are missing.
(d) Where his clothes are wet and dry.

4. What does Sioned want Peredur to do before they bury Rhisiart?
(a) Pray for him.
(b) Place a cross on his chest.
(c) Kiss Rhisiart on the forehead.
(d) Place a sacred cloth on his body.

5. Who gives an herbal mixture to Brother Columbanus to help him sleep?
(a) Brother John.
(b) Brother Jerome.
(c) Brother Rhys.
(d) Brother Cadfael.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Brother Cadfael skeptical when Prior Robert claims that it is a miracle when St. Winifred leads him to her grave?

2. Who disputes Prior Robert's accusation, stating that Rhisiart may have been obstructing the plans of others?

3. The morning after the third vigil, what happens to Brother Columbanus?

4. What does Brother Cadfael learn about the home of Bened, the town smith?

5. Why does Rhisiart agree not to tell the townspeople that Prior Robert tried to bribe him?

(see the answer key)

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