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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) A naked woman.
(b) Flaming arrow volleys.
(c) A burning wagon.
(d) Children carrying white flags.

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

3. Where does Cerdic escape when the third group of men attacks?
(a) By the river.
(b) To the east.
(c) Into the woods.
(d) To the west.

4. Who has allied with Aelle in attacking Arthur?
(a) Galahad.
(b) Cedric.
(c) Lancelot.
(d) Cerdic.

5. What does Derfel pack with him on his journey?
(a) Food for a month.
(b) His sword and shield.
(c) A flag of truce.
(d) Paper and pen.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Arthur think the Saxon armies will be convening?

2. Who made the Temple of Mithras?

3. Who does Derfel send a message to when he is trapped by the Saxon armies?

4. What does Arthur congratulate Derfel for after saving him?

5. What is slaughtered at the important spring feast ritual?

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