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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 6, Canto 12 | Book 7, Canto 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Arthur finally defeat Maleger after he revives himself from death numerous times?
(a) He uses a spell he found in a book that makes him a mere mortal.
(b) He hold him in the air as he dies so that the earth from which he was made will not restore him.
(c) He chops off his head and then burns it so that his degenerative powers can't take hold.
(d) He tells his army that he is planning to kill them and they help to kill him.

2. Why is Sir Scudamore so unhappy when Britomart finds him?
(a) He has been unfaithful to Amoret, his love, and is shamed by his actions.
(b) An evil magician has taken away his love, Amoret, against her will.
(c) Amoret, his betrothed has run away with another knight.
(d) His castle is being burnt down by Amoret.

3. Who does Britomart defeat without recognizing?
(a) The Red Cross Knight.
(b) Blandamour.
(c) Artegall.
(d) Braggadochio.

4. What causes Calidore to stop his quest for the Blatant Beast?
(a) He collapses from fatigue.
(b) He hears Serena in the woods.
(c) Pastorella, a lovely shepherdess.
(d) He meets up with Arthur and helps him with his quest.

5. How many days does Artegall have to get to Grantoro's castle before Eirena will be killed?
(a) 10
(b) 20
(c) 30
(d) 14

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the messenger who delivers the engagement-breaking news?

2. Who took Belphoebe from her sleeping mother's side and raised her?

3. Why is Artegall upset with Braggadochio accepting the winning prize?

4. What surprise is revealed to Poeana?

5. Why is Arthur fighting at Belge's castle alone?

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