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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through How Cuchulainn Was Begotten, pages 21-50.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the name of t he child who screamed in the womb?
(a) Ness.
(b) Macha.
(c) Derdriu.
(d) Fedlimid.

2. What is given in exchange for the baby born at the inn?
(a) A sack of grain.
(b) Two horses.
(c) A donkey.
(d) A barrel of water.

3. How many feats must Cuchulainn complete to win his girl's heart?
(a) One.
(b) Two.
(c) Five.
(d) Three.

4. Who explains the scream heard from the womb?
(a) Nes.
(b) Macha.
(c) Fedlimid.
(d) Cathbad.

5. Which king is forced into exile by the men of the community?
(a) Fergus.
(b) Muirgen.
(c) Derdriu.
(d) Conchobor.

Short Answer Questions

1. Of which community does Fergus rule as king?

2. Who is sent to find the story of "Tain Bo Cuailnge?"

3. Which element does Cuchulaiin's girl ask him to carry while jumping?

4. Who convinces Cuchulaiin to go for more training?

5. Who curses the men of Ulster?

(see the answer key)

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