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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2: The Broken War, pgs. 139-195.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many men does Derfel believe Aelle brings to battle?
(a) 1,000.
(b) 600.
(c) 750.
(d) 400.

2. What symbol do the men of Gwent have on their shields?
(a) Hawks.
(b) Boars.
(c) A Black bull.
(d) A Bear.

3. What handicap does Mordred have?
(a) An unsightly birthmark on his face.
(b) A shriveled left arm.
(c) A humpback.
(d) A twisted left foot.

4. In what direction will Arthur travel after the battle that is remembered in Part I?
(a) North.
(b) West.
(c) South.
(d) East.

5. How many swords does Arthur get when he orders that every household that has a sword that is not already pledged to the army's service should be surrendered?
(a) 75.
(b) 80.
(c) 63.
(d) 58.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many women does Culhwch, Arthur's cousin, have pregnant when he meets Derfel in Corinium?

2. Lancelot's sword is called Tanlladwyr. What does that mean?

3. What is Cerdic's cloak made of when he meets with Arthur on the battlefield where Aelle is defeated?

4. Who is sent to give Aelle misinformation about Arthur's plans?

5. How many men does Aelle take with him to meet with Arthur and Cerdic in London?

(see the answer key)

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