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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One, The Fires of Mai Dun.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the name of Derfel's mother?
(a) Arce.
(b) Urce.
(c) Irce.
(d) Erce.

2. How long after Derfel's return from the Saxon king does Arthur wait to visit him?
(a) Five days.
(b) Six days.
(c) Four days.
(d) Three days.

3. When are the gods to return to Britain?
(a) The Eve of the Passover.
(b) The Eve of Samain.
(c) The Eve of Madrigon.
(d) The Eve of Christmas.

4. Why is Powis able to hide what he is writing about from the bishop?
(a) He only writes at night.
(b) He writes in Egyptian.
(c) The Bishop cannot read.
(d) He includes illustrations of battles.

5. Who is with the King when Derfel delivers his message?
(a) Lancelot and Bors.
(b) His two sons.
(c) The feasting hall guests.
(d) The royal guards.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Derfel have to fight before conferring with the Saxon king?

2. What season does Derfel set out on his mission?

3. What is the naked woman in Domnoia carrying?

4. What is Excalibur?

5. Who is the narrator of this book?

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