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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. During Vespers, whom does Prior Robert warn the townspeople about as a threat to get his way?
(a) Rhisiart.
(b) The English people.
(c) St. Winifred's descendants.
(d) Prince Cradoc.

2. After Brother John grabs the leg of the man who chases Engelard, who is furious with Brother John?
(a) Peredur.
(b) Prior Robert.
(c) Sioned.
(d) Brother Cadfael.

3. Where does Prior Robert suggest they take Brother Columbanus after they witness his "falling sickness"?
(a) Columbanus' room.
(b) The monastery garden.
(c) The monastery infirmary.
(d) A local hospital.

4. How does Engelard become a suspect in Rhisiart's murder?
(a) He acts nervous when he is questioned.
(b) A witness saw Engelard with Rhisiart shortly before Rhisiart's body was found.
(c) His arrow killed Rhisiart.
(d) He runs from the murder scene.

5. Why does Brother Cadfael want to become acquainted with the man whom the Welsh girl meets?
(a) To give Brother Cadfael a place to stay.
(b) To teach Brother Cadfael to speak Welsh.
(c) To help Brother Cadfael understand the workings of Gwytherin.
(d) To teach Brother Cadfael his trade.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Brother Cadfael tell Sioned about his plot to trap Brother Columbanus?

2. According to the voice, what was the man sent by St. Winifred supposed to enforce?

3. Where are Prior Robert and the other brothers gathered when Sioned and her servants approach?

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

5. What does Prior Robert want to do with Brother John after Brother John grabs the leg of the man who chases Engelard?

(see the answer key)

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