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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Now of the Battle | The Muster of the Men of Erin.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is next to fight the Irish after Menn?
(a) The scouts of Eireann.
(b) The charioteers.
(c) The huntsmen.
(d) The wizards.

2. What happens to Cuchulain's body when he becomes very angry about the actions of the Irish?
(a) It loses its muscular strength.
(b) It turns into a wolf.
(c) It becomes twice as strong as it was.
(d) It turns ugly.

3. Who is Finnabair?
(a) A prophetess who Cuchulain has killed.
(b) Fergus's daughter.
(c) Medb's mother.
(d) Ailill's daughter.

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

5. The stories about Cuchulain show that he has amazing abilities but he also has a flaw. What is it?
(a) He changes his strategy too often.
(b) He wants to be top dog, no matter who suffers.
(c) He is not physically strong.
(d) He takes too long to make decisions.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Cuchulain get the man of Ireland to tell him?

2. Laeg and Cuchulain get ready for battle. What does Laeg do about the chariot?

3. What does Fergus get Cuchulain to agree to?

4. How does Morrigan cause trouble for both sides?

5. How many witches foretell the defeat of Ulster?

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