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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. Where is the inn in which Conchobor and his men find shelter during their hunt?
(a) Umster.
(b) Ulster.
(c) Brug.
(d) Ireland.

2. What is used for hobbling animals?
(a) A magical spancel-hoop.
(b) A warp spasm.
(c) A gae bolga.
(d) A space leap.

3. Which child is reared by the entire community?
(a) Setanta.
(b) Emer.
(c) Derdriu.
(d) Conchobor.

4. To whom does Fergus tell stories about Cuchulainn's great adventures and exploits?
(a) Ailill.
(b) Medb.
(c) Domnall.
(d) Emer.

5. How many men does Cuchulaiin's girl want him to kill at each ford?
(a) 200.
(b) 5.
(c) 2500.
(d) 100.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is Cuchulainn's son when he arrives to his father?

2. What is the one thing the woman who is talking in bed lacks?

3. Who is sent to find the story of "Tain Bo Cuailnge?"

4. Who does Fergus want to marry?

5. Who is Conchobor's mother?

(see the answer key)

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