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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. Who is the narrator of this book?
(a) Derfel.
(b) Lancelot.
(c) Gawain.
(d) Merlin.

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

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

4. How are Gawain and Arthur related?
(a) Arthur is his cousin.
(b) Arthur is his nephew.
(c) Arthur is his brother.
(d) Arthur is his godfather.

5. What is the naked woman in Domnoia carrying?
(a) A cross bow.
(b) A sword.
(c) A flag.
(d) A knife.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the occupation of the narrator of this book?

2. What does Arthur want to do in order to win the war with the Saxons?

3. Who guards the place where Merlin speaks with the gods?

4. How is Arthur able to defeat the Saxon Army?

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

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