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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two: Before the Romans Came.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For how long does Gwendolen reign?
(a) Fourteen years.
(b) Fifteen years.
(c) Twelve years.
(d) Thirteen years.

2. Why are many readers already familiar with King Leir's story?
(a) Due to this book.
(b) He is the character in fairy tales.
(c) He is the king in Romeo and Juliet.
(d) Due to Shakespeare's play, King Lear.

3. Who takes controls of the kingdom when Locrinus is killed?
(a) Gwendolen.
(b) Estrildis.
(c) Habren.
(d) Madden.

4. The first part opens with a description of Britain as what?
(a) An idyllic island.
(b) A desolate wasteland.
(c) A busy metropolis.
(d) An ordinary island.

5. Does Locrinus marry Corineus' daughter, Gwendolen?
(a) Yes, but he later divorces her.
(b) Yes.
(c) No.
(d) Not until later.

Short Answer Questions

1. Brutus sends a letter to King Pandrasus asking for what?

2. Gwendolen bears a son called ________________.

3. After twenty years of rule, by what is Mempricius killed?

4. Who does Aeneas marry?

5. Ebraucus sails to Gaul where he does what?

(see the answer key)

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