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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Manawydan son of Llyr.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following did Efnisien not to do the horses?
(a) Cut off their manes
(b) Cut off their ears
(c) Cut off their tails
(d) Cut off their lips

2. What is the technical term used for stories told to explain a place name?
(a) Pleonastic
(b) Picaresque
(c) Onomastic
(d) Romantic

3. What color were the strange hounds seen by Pwyll?
(a) White with black ears
(b) Red, black and white
(c) White with red ears
(d) Red with white ears

4. Who invented the word "Mabinogion"?
(a) Nobody - it is part of the Welsh language
(b) Chretién de Troyes
(c) Lady Charlotte Guest
(d) King Arthur

5. What is the mystery child left in the stable wearing?
(a) Swaddling clothes
(b) Red and white silk
(c) Brocaded silk
(d) Nothing

Short Answer Questions

1. What is unusual about the warriors brought back to life by the Cauldron of Rebirth?

2. What is the name of Rhiannon's father?

3. What was the name of the French troubador who originally wrote the earliest version of three of these tales?

4. How many Welsh people survive the battle?

5. Who opens the door that faces Cornwall?

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