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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two, Mynydd Baddon.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the fortress made of that Derfel is trapped in?
(a) Steel.
(b) Earth.
(c) Rock.
(d) Wood.

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

3. How is Arthur able to defeat the Saxon Army?
(a) They are weakened by the plague.
(b) They are led into a trap.
(c) An important letter is intercepted.
(d) A prisoner explains the plan of attack.

4. Why do Arthur and his men all put crosses on their shields?
(a) It is the price of Gwent's alliance.
(b) He is humbling himself before God.
(c) It is a Druid symbol.
(d) He thinks it will soften the hearts of the Saxons.

5. What color are the crosses put on the shields?
(a) Black.
(b) Red.
(c) Blue.
(d) White.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the official religion of Britain at the time of this book?

2. What is the name of Arthur's son?

3. Who made the Temple of Mithras?

4. How does Arthur respond to the request for Excalibur?

5. What is Merlin?

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