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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Manawydan son of Llyr.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many years did the four spend living in the wilds before moving to Lloegyr?
(a) The story does not say
(b) Two years
(c) One year
(d) Three years

2. What is unusual about the boar pursued by Pryderi's hunting hounds?
(a) It is white
(b) It drips flame from its muzzle
(c) It can make itself invisible
(d) It can run faster than the fastest horse

3. Who invented the word "Mabinogion"?
(a) Nobody - it is part of the Welsh language
(b) King Arthur
(c) Lady Charlotte Guest
(d) Chretién de Troyes

4. Where does Manawydan keep the mouse he catches?
(a) In his glove
(b) In his pocket
(c) In his hat
(d) In his shoe

5. Who is the first person to try to rescue Pryderi from the caer?
(a) Manawydan
(b) Cigfa
(c) Caswallawn
(d) Rhiannon

Short Answer Questions

1. When does Teyrnon's mare give birth to a foal?

2. Which of the following people does not come to ask Manawydan to release the mouse?

3. What is the mystery child left in the stable wearing?

4. Which of the following is not one of the sons of Llyr?

5. Which of the following phenomena did not signal the disappearance of the people and domestic animals of Dyfed?

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