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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Sioned in love with?
(a) Engelard.
(b) Cal.
(c) Peredur.
(d) Bened.

2. Which law official arrives to investigate Rhisiart's murder?
(a) Bishop David.
(b) Prince Owain.
(c) The prince's bailiff.
(d) The sheriff.

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

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

5. Why does Prior Robert request a private meeting away from the townspeople regarding his proposal?
(a) He is feeling ill.
(b) The meeting with the townspeople was adjourned.
(c) He fears for his life.
(d) His arguments are having no affect.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Cal, the ploughman, why does Bened believe he will not be able to marry Sioned?

2. Where are Prior Robert and the other brothers gathered when Sioned and her servants approach?

3. After Brother Cadfael gives Peredur the message from Sioned, what does he learn about Cal?

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

5. During Vespers, whom does Prior Robert warn the townspeople about as a threat to get his way?

(see the answer key)

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