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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1, Cornwall: Chapters 6-10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Merlyn able to communicate so quickly with his captors in Chapter 1?
(a) He realizes he speaks their language.
(b) He knows sign language.
(c) They all speak English.
(d) Because he's a sorcerer he can understand everyone.

2. What does Merlyn tell Ambrose about his ascent to power in Chapter 7?
(a) That he is King now even though he doesn't want it.
(b) That he must cede the thrown to Arthur.
(c) That it is time to move from a monarchy to a democracy.
(d) That he will be second-in-command as soon as he is ready.

3. Who wants to join Donuil and Merlyn on their trip to Eire?
(a) Arthur.
(b) Lucanus.
(c) Merlyn's aunt.
(d) Ironhair.

4. How does Merlyn spend the day after the day he talks to Lucanus about being celibate in Chapter 6?
(a) He inspects the troops.
(b) All of these answers are correct.
(c) He goes for a ride on his horse.
(d) He visits the sick.

5. How many days after his stabbing does Merlyn finally leave for Eire?
(a) 9.
(b) 14.
(c) 30.
(d) 2.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 1, what solidifies to Merlyn that he knows his captors?

2. What kind of life does Lucanus live?

3. Why does Merlyn get angry with Donuil when he goes hunting by himself in Chapter 10?

4. What kind of romantic relationships make Merlyn uncomfortable in the beginning of "The Saxon Shore"?

5. What does Merlyn say to Ambrose when he asks, in Chapter 6, if the infantry and the cavalry every combine?

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