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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two, Mynydd Baddon.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What breaks the shield line of the Saxons when Derfel and his men are trapped?
(a) Flaming arrow volleys.
(b) Children carrying white flags.
(c) A burning wagon.
(d) A naked woman.

2. How does Arthur say Christians practice human sacrifice?
(a) Their propensity for self flagellation.
(b) The images of dead men.
(c) Christ's crucifixion.
(d) Worshipping dead saints.

3. Who comes up with the idea that breaks the shield line of the Saxons when Derfel and his men are trapped?
(a) Lancelot.
(b) Guinevere.
(c) Galahad.
(d) Derfel.

4. What surprising thing does Derfel do at the end of this fight in the Saxon Hall?
(a) Spares the man's life.
(b) Swears an oath.
(c) Surrenders.
(d) Laughs.

5. What kind of ritual is performed a the important spring feast?
(a) Fertility.
(b) Sacrifical.
(c) Agricultural.
(d) Religious.

Short Answer Questions

1. What season does Derfel set out on his mission?

2. Where does Merlin say he talks to the gods?

3. What occupation does Derfel take after his battling is done?

4. How many columns are the Saxon armies divided into when they attack Derfel?

5. What did Cefydd sacrifice to try and win his war?

(see the answer key)

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