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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 17, The Weir,.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the one wish of the crippled man's wife before she died?
(a) To be wealthy.
(b) To see her sone get away from their land.
(c) To know that her husband would never re-marry.
(d) To see a bit of real magic.

2. How does Taran know the first king he visits on his quest?
(a) They are in battle together.
(b) He is a friend of his parents.
(c) They did not meet until Taran showed up at the castle.
(d) He is an old friend.

3. How does the king feel about the suggestion of punishing Gast and Goryon in a different way than usual for this dispute?
(a) He loves the idea.
(b) He feels it is not harsh enough.
(c) He is angry about his power being taken.
(d) He is hesitant to try it.

4. What does the farmer that got Craddoc's sheep put in the river behind his house?
(a) A turning wheel.
(b) A large ferry.
(c) A large net.
(d) A floating bridge.

5. Why is Taran so hesitant to give up his sword to Dorath?
(a) He has no other weapons.
(b) It is a huge disgrace to travel unprotected.
(c) Dorath will most likely kill him with it.
(d) It was a gift from Dallben.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Taran try to get help for the shepherd before he dies?

2. How do the travelers finally get into the evil compound of the robber?

3. What happens to the shepherd's son?

4. What does Taran want to do for the man who helped him in Cantrevs?

5. How does the man with Taran's horse feel about letting Taran keep his horse?

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