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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7-8, Kaw, and A Stone in the Shoe.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What are Gwythaints?
(a) A small animal that frightens horses.
(b) Arawn's dead soldiers.
(c) A kind of tree that bears poison fruit.
(d) Arawn's messenger birds.

2. What does Ellidyr say to Taran after he causes Taran and Melynlas to fall?
(a) That Taran had better not tell what happened.
(b) That he didn't mean for them to fall.
(c) That he'll be more ruthless next time.
(d) That Taran should go home before he's hurt.

3. What does Princes Eilonwy have in her hand when she makes her first appearance in chapter one?
(a) A broom.
(b) A kitten.
(c) A cook-pot.
(d) Her sewing.

4. How many Huntsmen does Doli say are camped nearby?
(a) Five.
(b) Hundreds.
(c) Dozens.
(d) Eight.

5. What are the first words Eilonwy says to Taran upon her arrival at the campsite?
(a) That he should put down his sword.
(b) That Dallben is nearby.
(c) That she's sorry she followed him.
(d) That he shoudl be ashamed of himself.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Taran's task as the story opens?

2. What does Gwystyl say his magic powder will do to help Taran and the group?

3. Where do the travelers get the food for their meal when they stop after riding all night?

4. What does Gwystyl use to fan himself?

5. Why does Adaon take over leading the group after only a short distance?

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