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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Culhwch and Olwen.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the bridge onto the ship in Macsen's dream made out of?
(a) Purest gold
(b) Polished oakwood
(c) Walrus ivory
(d) Crystal-clear glass

2. What language was The Mabinogion originally written in?
(a) Latin
(b) French
(c) Welsh
(d) English

3. Who opens the door that faces Cornwall?
(a) Glifieu son of Taran
(b) Heilyn son of Gwn
(c) Gruddieu son of Muriel
(d) Manawydan son of Llyr

4. Where is Bendigeifran wounded?
(a) In the heart
(b) In the head
(c) In the thigh
(d) In the foot

5. How fast is Rhiannon's horse travelling when the messengers pursue her?
(a) A full gallop
(b) A slow, even pace
(c) A brisk canter
(d) Faster than lightning

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following crafts do Manawydan and Pryderi not earn a living at?

2. What bird is Blodeuedd transformed into?

3. What equipment do the brothers use to breach the city walls and enter the city?

4. How long does Pwyll spend in the Otherworld?

5. Why does Efnisien grow angry during the feast?

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