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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. What does Merlin do when he sees what Derfel has brought into the temple for him?
(a) He slits his thumb with it.
(b) He burns it.
(c) He spits on it.
(d) He kisses it.

2. What are there barrels of in the Temple of Mithras?
(a) Acid.
(b) Sea salt.
(c) Bones.
(d) Vinegar.

3. Who is with the King when Derfel delivers his message?
(a) The feasting hall guests.
(b) His two sons.
(c) Lancelot and Bors.
(d) The royal guards.

4. What does the bishop think Powis is writing about at the beginning of the book?
(a) King Arthur's reign.
(b) A revision of British history.
(c) The history of the church.
(d) Jesus Christ.

5. How does Arthur respond to the request for Excalibur?
(a) He puts a spell of protection on it first.
(b) He gives it willingly.
(c) He angrily refuses.
(d) He laughs.

Short Answer Questions

1. What makes Derfel think Merlin can talk to the gods?

2. What kind of man is Powys?

3. What kind of flowers is the naked woman in Domnoia carrying?

4. When are the gods to return to Britain?

5. Why does Arthur send Derfel to converse with the Saxon King?

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