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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Brother Cadfael do after Prior Robert dismisses him and Brother John after Father Huw says he will plan a meeting?
(a) Plays cards with Brother John.
(b) Explores the area.
(c) Goes to a local tavern.
(d) Goes to sleep.

2. Where is Brother Cadfael working when he is called for mass?
(a) In the monastery kitchen.
(b) In the monastery garden.
(c) In the monastery library.
(d) In the church sanctuary.

3. Why does the Welsh girl who meets Brother Cadfael become nervous when he speaks to her?
(a) Her boyfriend is standing behind Brother Cadfael.
(b) She doesn't understand English.
(c) He speaks Welsh.
(d) The English are looked upon with suspicion.

4. How does Father Huw feel when he learns of the approval of Prior Robert's mission?
(a) Suspicious.
(b) Relieved.
(c) Angry.
(d) Surprised.

5. According to Prior Robert, why is it important for the abbey to obtain a relic?
(a) To bring prestige to the abbey.
(b) Every other abbey has a relic.
(c) It is the next step in the process for having the abbey declared a shrine.
(d) The relic will help attract tourists to the abbey, which will help them make money.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the first to voice his opinion at the town meeting to discuss Prior Robert's proposal?

2. What does Prior Robert discover about Brother Columbanus after Brother Columbanus returns from the spring at Holywell?

3. Why does Brother Cadfael believe Cal remains quiet about Sioned's feelings of love?

4. Where does Prior Robert suggest they take Brother Columbanus after they witness his "falling sickness"?

5. What is the occupation of the man that the Welsh girl meets?

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