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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 people does not come to ask Manawydan to release the mouse?
(a) A priest
(b) A monk
(c) A clerk
(d) A bishop

2. Where does Manawydan keep the mouse he catches?
(a) In his pocket
(b) In his hat
(c) In his glove
(d) In his shoe

3. Which of the following places is not mentioned in the tale?
(a) France
(b) Burgundy
(c) Brittany
(d) Spain

4. Who had Bendigeifran left as his regent while he was in Ireland?
(a) Manawydan
(b) Cradawg
(c) Pendaran Dyfed
(d) Caswallawn

5. What bird is Blodeuedd transformed into?
(a) An owl
(b) A swan
(c) An eagle
(d) A wren

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who invented the word "Mabinogion"?

3. What breed of bird did Branwen train to carry a message?

4. What type of bird does Lleu Llaw Gyffes kill in order to get his name?

5. What town was Pwyll and Rhiannon's son born in?

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