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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2 Section 1 (page 79 to 92).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What phrase best describes Feng's emotions after seeing Gerutha?
(a) Frusterated because he missed his chance with Gerutha.
(b) Joyful to have found love.
(c) Fornlorn and discouraged that Gerutha is married.
(d) Weak and sickened by love.

2. How does Horwendil make the songbirds sing for Gerutha?
(a) He shakes the cages until they are frightened into singing.
(b) He trains them with seeds for treats.
(c) He sings until they sing with him.
(d) He releases them into the forest.

3. How does Gerutha feel about the way Horwendil treats her?
(a) Gerutha feels that Horwendil is violent and she is afraid of him.
(b) Gerutha feels that Horwendil will become more romantic as they gain more experience together.
(c) Gerutha feels that Horwendil is a good king and very romantic.
(d) Gerutha feels that Horwendil only cherishes her for his public position.

4. Which statement best describes Gerutha's attitude about marrying Horwendil?
(a) Nervous and scared.
(b) Calm and quiet.
(c) Reluctant and intolerant.
(d) Overjoyed and excited.

5. Who is Ophelia?
(a) Ona's daughter.
(b) Corambus' daughter.
(c) Feng's daughter.
(d) Horwendil's sister.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which character starts the story as a wise councilor?

2. What does Geruthe admit to doing with the falcon?

3. In what season do Gerutha and Horwendil get married?

4. Who is Gerwendil?

5. Why does Gerutha use the phrase ". . . no woman wants to be a mere piece of furniture, to be bartered for and then sat upon?"

(see the answer key)

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