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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following is not one of the results of the terrible scream?
(a) Women have miscarriages
(b) Young men and women faint
(c) Animals and trees become barren
(d) Snow falls in the middle of summer

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

3. What did Llud use to destroy the Coranieid?
(a) Cold iron ground to powder
(b) Holy water brought from Rome
(c) Crushed insects and water
(d) Fire

4. Which country do these tales originate in?
(a) Wales
(b) Ireland
(c) England
(d) Scotland

5. How long does Rhiannon have to serve her penance?
(a) Nine years
(b) Until the true murderer is found
(c) Seven years
(d) The rest of her life

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Manawydan keep the mouse he catches?

2. Which of the following places is not mentioned in the tale?

3. Which of the following places are not seen by Macsen's messengers in the Island of Britain?

4. Which of the following does Gwydion not use at some stage during the tale to create his illusions?

5. How many kings are with Macsen Wledig when he has his dream?

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