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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pwyll, Prince of Dyfed.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which original manuscript used to compile The Mabinogion is the oldest?
(a) The Book of the Dun Cow
(b) The Romances of Chretién de Troyes
(c) The White Book of Rhydderch
(d) The Red Book of Hergest

2. Which of the following was not originally a medieval courtly romance?
(a) Peredur son of Efrawg
(b) Branwen Daughter of Llyr
(c) Gereint Son of Erbin
(d) The Lady of the Fountain

3. What is the name of Rhiannon's father?
(a) Hereward the Wake
(b) Hefeydd the Old
(c) Gwawl son of Clud
(d) Arawn King of Arawn

4. When does Teyrnon's mare give birth to a foal?
(a) May Eve
(b) Midsummer
(c) Halloween
(d) May Day

5. How many tales appear in THE MABINOGION?
(a) Ten
(b) Eleven
(c) Twenty
(d) Four

Short Answer Questions

1. What color were the strange hounds seen by Pwyll?

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

3. Which country do these tales originate in?

4. Which tale is the earliest contained in THE MABINOGION?

5. What is the most likely meaning of "Mabinogion"?

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