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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Lady of the Fountain.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What is on the banner topping the white pavilion that the first messenger to Arthur and Owein?
(a) A black snake with red eyes
(b) A gold dragon breathing black fire
(c) A red horse with a yellow mane
(d) A black raven with golden claws

3. What animal does Pwyll say that he has trapped in the bag?
(a) A weasel
(b) A badger
(c) A fox
(d) A snake

4. Who accuses Rhiannon of the murder?
(a) Teyrnon
(b) Gwawl
(c) Pwyll's councillors
(d) Her waiting-women

5. How many messengers set out on the journey indicated by Macsen's dream?
(a) Five
(b) One
(c) Thirteen
(d) Twenty

Short Answer Questions

1. What color is the horse ridden by Rhiannon when she first appears to Pwyll?

2. What is on the helmet of the messenger who tells Arthur that Owein's ravens have killed the young men?

3. What is the most common response of both Owein and Arthur when the messengers bring them news about the battle between the men and the ravens?

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

5. What is the name of the river in Ireland that Bendigeidfran helps his troops to cross?

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