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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What weapon actually killed Rhisiart?
(a) Poison.
(b) An arrow.
(c) A large stone.
(d) A knife.

2. What does Brother Cadfael realize when Prior Robert tries to bribe Rhisiart to get him to approve his proposal?
(a) It could cost Prior Robert his life.
(b) It is wrong.
(c) It will work.
(d) Prior Robert will need to bribe others as well.

3. What instrument does Rhisiart's daughter, Sioned, play?
(a) Harp.
(b) Flute.
(c) Harpsichord.
(d) Horn.

4. What does Brother Cadfael realize about Peredur's relationship with Rhisiart when he considers Peredur as a suspect in Rhisiart's murder?
(a) Peredur's relationship with Rhisiart only recently became strained.
(b) Peredur liked Rhisiart.
(c) Peredur disliked Rhisiart.
(d) Peredur and Rhisiart respected each other, but frequently argued.

5. How long does Prior Robert tell the men to stay at St. Winifred's chapel?
(a) Until they are sure Rhisiart isn't coming to the chapel.
(b) Unitl they hear the evening bells for Vespers.
(c) Until it is completely dark outside.
(d) Until he calls them.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Prior Robert request a private meeting away from the townspeople regarding his proposal?

2. What weapon is Engelard an expert at using?

3. Whom does Father Huw tell Prior Robert that the saints live to honor?

4. Why does Brother Cadfael want to become acquainted with the man whom the Welsh girl meets?

5. Regarding Rhisiart's murder, what do Bened and the townspeople believe about the monks?

(see the answer key)

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