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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: The Dark Road, pgs. 56-106.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Over what shrine is Bishop Sansum guardian?
(a) Holy Thorn.
(b) Holy Shroud.
(c) Holy Cross.
(d) Holy Church.

2. Before the journey to find the cauldron, where does Merlin pledge his life for the search?
(a) Venta.
(b) Cadair Idris.
(c) Cwm Isaf.
(d) Ratae.

3. Who is Lancelot's mother?
(a) Guinevere.
(b) Helledd.
(c) Elaine.
(d) Scarach.

4. Who was the King of Siluria at the beginning of Part I?
(a) Leodegan.
(b) Gundleus.
(c) Melwas.
(d) Issa.

5. How many days does it take for Merlin and his group to reach Caer Gei?
(a) 6 days.
(b) 9 days.
(c) 5 days.
(d) 7 days.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who killed the King of Siluria in the battle at the beginning of Part I?

2. How old was Arthur at the time of the battle that Derfel remembers at the beginning of Part I?

3. When do Merlin and Nimue come to see Derfel and Cinewyn on their farm?

4. Who will Arthur send to help King Tewdric face the Saxons?

5. How many men does Merlin try to get to follow the Dark Road?

(see the answer key)

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