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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Culhwch and Olwen.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What town was Pwyll and Rhiannon's son born in?
(a) Arberth
(b) Caer Aranrhod
(c) Aberystwyth
(d) Caer Llion

2. What do Gwydion and his men disguise themselves at to visit the court of Pryderi?
(a) Druids
(b) Shepherds
(c) Bards
(d) Shoemakers

3. How long was Llasar Llaes Gyfnewid's wife pregnant for?
(a) A fortnight
(b) Six weeks
(c) A month
(d) Six months

4. Which of the tales should correctly be called "The Mabinogion"?
(a) The last three
(b) Only "The Dream of Rhonabwy"
(c) All of them
(d) The first four

5. How many pigs does Gwydion get in exchange from Pryderi for the magical horses and greyhounds
(a) Seven
(b) Twenty-four
(c) Twenty-one
(d) We are not told

Short Answer Questions

1. How many tales are versions of French romances?

2. What equipment do the brothers use to breach the city walls and enter the city?

3. How many warriors were hidden in great house built for Bendigeidfran?

4. Which of the following does Gwydion not use at some stage during the tale to create his illusions?

5. How fast is Rhiannon's horse travelling when the messengers pursue her?

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