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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Three, Nimue's Curse.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How are Gawain and Arthur related?
(a) Arthur is his cousin.
(b) Arthur is his brother.
(c) Arthur is his nephew.
(d) Arthur is his godfather.

2. How old is Arthur's son at the beginning of the book?
(a) 12.
(b) 14.
(c) 13.
(d) 11.

3. What breaks the shield line of the Saxons when Derfel and his men are trapped?
(a) Flaming arrow volleys.
(b) A naked woman.
(c) A burning wagon.
(d) Children carrying white flags.

4. Who warns Derfel before his fight in the Saxon king's hall?
(a) Bors.
(b) Guinevere.
(c) Lancelot.
(d) Sermain.

5. Where does Derfel give his message to the king?
(a) At the great gates.
(b) In the feasting hall.
(c) In the great hall.
(d) In his quarters.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Cefydd sacrifice to try and win his war?

2. Who guards the place where Merlin speaks with the gods?

3. Who is sent to try and persuade Aelle?

4. Why does Arthur not believe in any gods?

5. What kind of carts are used at the beginning of the attack on the fortress when Derfel is trapped?

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