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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Red-Shame of Menn | The Charioteers.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As Cuchulain watches the Irish army march south to Ulster, why does Cuchulain grow angry with the Irish army?
(a) He has sworn to kill them all but can't do it.
(b) He is injured and fears for his life.
(c) It still has a huge numbers of soldiers.
(d) He wants to make peace and it doesn't.

2. What does Cuchulain do every day to prepare for battle?
(a) Plays chess to improve his strategies.
(b) Practices his skills and stays fit.
(c) Chooses the best horse.
(d) Talks with his advisors.

3. Why did the men of Ulster come together?
(a) To build a huge pit to trap Irish warriors.
(b) To discuss a fighting strategy.
(c) To consult with the Druids.
(d) To help Cuchulain who is very sick.

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

5. What does "red-shame" refer to?
(a) Clothes.
(b) Blood.
(c) Hair.
(d) A shield.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Cuchulain kill Cyr?

2. Cuchulain had another name before he took the name Cuchulain. What was it?

3. When Loch is dying, what does he beg Cuchulain to do?

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

5. What does Fergus finally offer to do if Cuchulain will run away?

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