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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Merlyn realize is the only way for him to get down and help Mordecai?
(a) To crawl down on his hands and knees.
(b) To slide down on his belly, like a snake.
(c) To lower himself using a rope.
(d) To walk backward to reduce the risk of falling.

2. How does Lucanus react when he sees Merlyn and his group have returned?
(a) He is both happy and sad, since now he has to share the spotlight.
(b) He thinks they are ghosts.
(c) He is mad because the gift he was planning isn't ready yet.
(d) He is thrilled.

3. How many children do Amrbose and Ludmilla have?
(a) Two sons and two daughters.
(b) Two daughters.
(c) None; they don't want any children.
(d) Two sons.

4. How many men do Merlyn and his men find hanging in Chapter 26?
(a) 14.
(b) 3.
(c) 30.
(d) 2.

5. What does Sheelagh give Merlyn as she is preparing to leave him and go meet Donuil?
(a) A deep kiss.
(b) A flower.
(c) A picture of herself.
(d) Her ring.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who tells Merlyn to go on a hunt in Chapter 21?

2. During his hunting expedition, how does Merlyn make sure his kill is picked up?

3. What do the people from Eire think when they arrive with Merlyn back in Camulod?

4. What do Dergyll and Merlyn discuss as Chapter 26 comes to a close?

5. What illness does Merlyn get after the attack on Donuil and the men?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is Liam Twistback best known for?

2. How does Sheelagh first react when she thinks Merlyn is accusing her of having dreams that come true?

3. What does Merlyn realize in Chapter 20 as he is at the shooting range to meet his brother?

4. What is Merlyn's opinion of Arthur's wet nurse after he tells her that Arthur will be going to Camulod?

5. What does Sheelagh tell Merlyn about the feasts her father hosts?

6. What does Huw tell Merlyn about Cambria in Chapter 20?

7. What advice does Ambrose give Merlyn in Chapter 20 when Merlyn mentions that he'd like to travel to Cambria?

8. Why do Merlyn's friends make him go hunting before the festivities in Chapter 21?

9. In what situation does Merlyn find Mordecai after everyone goes out looking for him?

10. What does Sheelagh tell Merlyn as she departs to go reunite with Donuil?

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