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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Finding of the Bull | The Death of Forgemen.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Cuchulain propose by saying he won't kill the men anymore if he gets food and water each day?
(a) A declaration of war.
(b) A surrender.
(c) A ceasefire.
(d) A truce.

2. How does Medb react to Fedelm's prophecy of a bloody battle?
(a) She is very nervous and afraid.
(b) She tells Fedelm she doesn't believe in prophesies.
(c) She says she doesn't trust Fedelm.
(d) She gives reasons why she isn't afraid of Conchobar.

3. Who finds the bull of Cooley?
(a) Birney.
(b) Brian Boru.
(c) Brede.
(d) Buide.

4. What is the result of the man of Ireland's dealing with Cuchulain?
(a) He is allowed to go free.
(b) He is tied up and left on his own.
(c) He joins Cuchulain's men.
(d) He is killed.

5. What did the Crutti Cainbili turn into after they ran away from the men of Ireland?
(a) Dogs.
(b) Cattle.
(c) Deer.
(d) Rabbits.

Short Answer Questions

1. The men of Ireland set off to Ulster. When they get to Cooley, what do they do?

2. What does the narrator tell the reader at the end of "The Foretelling"?

3. When Medb met Cuchulain she scoffed at him. Why?

4. Why does Cuchulain increase his killing as Medb moves into Ulster?

5. Why is Fergus chosen to be the spokesman with the powerful men of Ulster?

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