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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Sioned and Peredur arrive, what does Sioned say Rhisiart was doing the last time she saw him?
(a) Rhisiart was on his way to the meeting.
(b) Rhisiart was entering St. Winifred's chapel.
(c) Rhisiart was at their home.
(d) Rhisiart was on his way to help with the birth of two calves.

2. How does Brother Cadfael persuade Abbot Heribert that he is necessary on the expedition to Gwytherin?
(a) Brother Cadfael will be a Welsh translator.
(b) Brother Cadfael will help protect Prior Robert.
(c) Brother Cadfael will watch over Brother John.
(d) Brother Cadfael will acquire herbs for medicinal use.

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

4. Who disputes Prior Robert's accusation, stating that Rhisiart may have been obstructing the plans of others?
(a) Peredur.
(b) Bened.
(c) Engelard.
(d) Brother John.

5. What does Cal mean when he tells Brother Cadfael, "Sweeten him and you'll get your way."
(a) If they "sweet-talk" Prior Robert into leaving Gwytherin, they will get their way.
(b) If they bribe Rhisiart with sweets, he will change his mind and so will the townspeople.
(c) If they "sweeten" Prior Robert, that is, if they get him to act kindlier, they will get their way.
(d) If they appeal to Rhisiart in the appropriate way, the townspeople will follow.

6. What does Brother Columbanus say is the only thing he will take in until they accomplish their goal?
(a) Water.
(b) A rare herb.
(c) Vegetables.
(d) Mead.

7. How do the townspeople treat the old man Padrig?
(a) With caution.
(b) With respect.
(c) With disgust.
(d) They ignore him.

8. As Brother Cadfael thinks about the suspects in Rhisiart's murder, and he asks around, what does he attempt to discover about Rhisiart?
(a) He attempts to discover if Rhisiart had other children.
(b) He attempts to discover if Rhisiart had enemies.
(c) He attempts to discover if Rhisiart had any other land holdings elsewhere in Wales.
(d) He attempts to discover where Rhisiart's wife is living.

9. To get his proposal approved, what characteristic of Rhisiart does Father Huw tell Prior Robert to appeal to?
(a) Rhisiart's generosity.
(b) Rhisiart's pride.
(c) Rhisiart's family values.
(d) Rhisiart's deep faith.

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

11. What does Prior Robert want to do with Brother John after Brother John grabs the leg of the man who chases Engelard?
(a) Send him to England in exile.
(b) Hold him prisoner.
(c) Eject him from the brotherhood.
(d) Send him back to the monastery.

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

13. After Prior Robert attempts to bribe Rhisiart to get approval for his proposal, how does Father Huw treat Prior Robert?
(a) With kindness.
(b) With impatience.
(c) With sympathy.
(d) With anger.

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

15. What does Brother Cadfael notice about the ground beside Rhisiart's body?
(a) It is dry.
(b) It has ruts in it.
(c) It has been swept clean of footprints.
(d) It is wet.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Father Huw warn Prior Robert about regarding the approval of his proposal?

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

3. According to the myth explained to Brother Cadfael by Sioned, what person touching the murder victim would cause it to gush blood?

4. How does Brother Columbanus look the morning after Rhisiart's murder?

5. After Prior Robert talks about the importance of acquiring a relic for the abbey, why do the brothers run outside?

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