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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Gereint Son of Erbin.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the meaning given for the place-name Llydaw and explained by the onomastic tale?
(a) Half wits
(b) Half breeds
(c) Half Welsh
(d) Half silent

2. What sort of tree does Lleu Llaw Gyffes perch in when in his eagle form?
(a) A birch
(b) A beech
(c) An ash
(d) An oak

3. What is unusual about the warriors brought back to life by the Cauldron of Rebirth?
(a) Their skins have turned green
(b) They do not bleed when wounded
(c) They cannot speak
(d) They have no eyes

4. What is Macsen Wledig doing when he falls asleep and has his dream?
(a) He is on board a ship.
(b) He is feasting in his hall.
(c) He is out hunting.
(d) He is holding a court of justice.

5. How long does Macsen Wledig spend in Britain with Elen?
(a) Seven years
(b) A year and a day
(c) Ten years
(d) One year

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens to the man who was stealing the food from the king's court?

2. Where does Manawydan keep the mouse he catches?

3. How many knights in total does Gereint defeat before coming to the Dun Earl's dominions?

4. How many kings are with Macsen Wledig when he has his dream?

5. Which of the following does Arthur not mention as one of the things that he cannot grant as a boon to Culhwch?

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