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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 15-16, The Black Crochan, and The River.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Orddu say the three enchantresses have the cauldron?
(a) Arawn lost it in the marshes.
(b) They don't have it.
(c) It belongs to them.
(d) They stole it.

2. What is Fflewddur doing when Taran finds him?
(a) Walking.
(b) Cooling his feet in a stream.
(c) Sleeping.
(d) Sitting in a tree.

3. What does each huntsman have on his forehead?
(a) A silver arrow.
(b) A golden emblem.
(c) An orange talisman.
(d) A crimson brand.

4. In the opening lines of Chapter Eleven, what happens to make Taran drop his sword?
(a) The sword becomes too hot for him to hold.
(b) The sword turns into a snake.
(c) A warrior strikes his hand with a hammer.
(d) A fairy lights on hs hand and startles him.

5. What does Gwystyl use to fan himself?
(a) Gorgi's hand.
(b) A branch from a tree.
(c) A platter.
(d) The edge of his robe.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Orddu say Eilonwy must not touch the fabric on a loom?

2. Who pulls the ropes while Taran pushes at the cauldron in an effort to get it out of the river?

3. What is the rule Doli mentions that makes Gwystyl open up?

4. What does Taran hold in his hands while he sleeps during the night after the rain?

5. Where does Doli say the Huntsmen are camped?

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