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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Combat of Munremar and Curoi | The Slaughter of the Boy Troop.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What are Ailill and Medb talking about as they lie in their bed?
(a) That Ailill was a king before he married Medb.
(b) That Medb did not get along with her father.
(c) Their wealth.
(d) Their health.

3. The men of Ireland set off to Ulster. When they get to Cooley, what do they do?
(a) Raid Conchobar's castle.
(b) Divide into groups and look for the bull.
(c) Destroy all the villages in the area.
(d) Surround Cooley and just wait.

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

5. Why is Fergus chosen to be the spokesman with the powerful men of Ulster?
(a) He is Conchobar's brother and knows how to handle him.
(b) He is the only one who speaks their language well.
(c) He has been an advisor to all the powerful men of Ulster.
(d) He was an Ulster king himself before Conchobar drove him out.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Medb's reaction to Etarcumul's death?

2. What is the result of Finnabair's death?

3. The stories about Cuchulain show that he has amazing abilities but he also has a flaw. What is it?

4. Why were the men of Ireland waiting around for two weeks?

5. Due to Munremar and Curoi's activities, what does Medb ask Cuchulain to do?

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