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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Tain, I - III, pages 51 - 76.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the name of t he child who screamed in the womb?
(a) Ness.
(b) Macha.
(c) Derdriu.
(d) Fedlimid.

2. Who is frightened by Cuchulainn's tree-chopping?
(a) Domnall.
(b) Ailill.
(c) Medb.
(d) Fergus.

3. Who convinces Cuchulaiin to go for more training?
(a) Forgall.
(b) Domnall.
(c) Conchobor.
(d) Fergus.

4. Who knows the whole story of "Tain Bo Cuailnge?"
(a) Everyone.
(b) No one.
(c) Conchobor.
(d) Senchan.

5. How many charioteers does Cuchulainn stop with one fallen tree?
(a) 21.
(b) 4.
(c) 14.
(d) 12.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who refuses Conchobor's sexual advances?

2. Why is Medb convinced the Ulster men will be easily defeated?

3. How long does the curse on the men of Ulster last?

4. How does the chariot race end?

5. Where is the inn in which Conchobor and his men find shelter during their hunt?

(see the answer key)

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