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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. Which of the following parts of shoemaking do Manawydan and Pryderi not do for themselves?
(a) Stitching the shoes together
(b) Dressing and tanning the leather
(c) Cutting out the leather
(d) Skinning beasts to get the hides

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

3. Who takes the razor from between the ears of Twrch Trwyth?
(a) Culhwch
(b) Mabon
(c) Cei
(d) Arthur

4. How much does the priest offer for the release of the mouse?
(a) One pound
(b) Three pounds
(c) Thirty pounds
(d) Five pounds

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is the meaning given for the place-name Llydaw and explained by the onomastic tale?

3. How does Llwyd transform his wife back into human form?

4. Which of the following is not promised to Culhwch by the porter if he stays in the guest house?

5. What is on the banner topping the white pavilion that the first messenger to Arthur and Owein?

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