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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. Who kills Cuchulainn's son?
(a) Emer.
(b) Forgall.
(c) Cuchhulainn.
(d) Domnall.

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

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

4. Who is Conchobor's mother?
(a) Macha.
(b) Nes.
(c) Cathbad.
(d) Muirgen.

5. How many babies are born at the finish line of the chariot race?
(a) Two.
(b) Eight.
(c) One.
(d) Three.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which girl does Cuchulainn court?

2. Who acts as a midwife, delivering a child at the inn?

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

4. Which child is reared by the entire community?

5. Who announces the day and time that is perfect for conceiving a child who would gain great fame in Ireland?

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