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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who has asked for the use of Excalibur?

3. Who do the Druids usually sacrifice in their rituals?

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

5. What is the official religion of Britain at the time of this book?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens as Derfel and his men prepare to die in battle against the Saxon armies?

2. What does Derfel have planted while he is trapped by the Saxon army, and what does this show?

3. What is the price to Arthur for the alliance with Gwent?

4. What is the message Arthur has Derfel send to Guinevere?

5. What does Merlin do after Arthur puts an end to the ritual on Mai Dun?

6. What is done to keep at bay the first wave of attack from the Saxons on Derfel's trapped men?

7. What special assignment is Derfel given when the plans for the Saxon invasion are discussed?

8. Why does Arthur send Derfel to confer with Aelle, and how does Derfel feel about this?

9. Why does Arthur get upset with Derfel while at the temple of Mithras?

10. What disappoints Derfel when he arrives at the Aelle's hall?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Arthur endures many different trials before the end of the book. What are some of these trials and what lessons does he learn through these experiences?

Essay Topic 2

Many different characters in this book are persuaded to do things that they would not have done of their own accord? What are some of these instances, and how does persuasion affect the course of the plot?

Essay Topic 3

Arthur and Derfel are two very similar people, and yet they have some very notable and important differences.Write a compare/contrast essay, citing the text for support, about these two characters.

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