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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One, The Fires of Mai Dun.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Powis able to hide what he is writing about from the bishop?
(a) The Bishop cannot read.
(b) He only writes at night.
(c) He includes illustrations of battles.
(d) He writes in Egyptian.

2. What is Excalibur?
(a) A soldier.
(b) A sword.
(c) A helmut.
(d) A wizard.

3. What is Merlin?
(a) A Druid.
(b) A sorcerer.
(c) A magician.
(d) A wizard.

4. What is the name of Derfel's mother?
(a) Urce.
(b) Irce.
(c) Erce.
(d) Arce.

5. Where does Merlin say he talks to the gods?
(a) Mal Dul.
(b) Mer Tran.
(c) Mai Dun.
(d) Ming Triung.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of man is Powys?

2. Who is with the King when Derfel delivers his message?

3. What does the King give Derfel before he leaves?

4. Who is Derfel supposed to give the gift from the Saxon king to?

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

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