Robin Hood and the Golden Arrow — Questions and answers

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Why was the Sheriff of Nottingham annoyed in the cold, echoing stone heart of Nottingham Castle?

Choices

  1. His advisors were not helping him come up with a new plan to capture Robin Hood.
  2. The common folk of Nottingham were openly helping Robin Hood evade capture.
  3. He had just learned that Robin Hood was planning to attack Nottingham Castle.
  4. Robin Hood and his Merry Men had been defying his law and authority for too long. ✓

Answer: Robin Hood and his Merry Men had been defying his law and authority for too long.

From page 1

What prize did the herald announce for the grand archery contest in the Nottingham Marketplace?

Choices

  1. A magnificent Golden Arrow, crafted from pure gold. ✓
  2. A feast and a place to live within Nottingham Castle.
  3. A position of honor in the Sheriff's guard.
  4. A large sum of money and a new longbow.

Answer: A magnificent Golden Arrow, crafted from pure gold.

From page 2

What did Little John say about the Sheriff's grand archery contest to Robin Hood in Sherwood Forest?

Choices

  1. He worried that the prize was not worth the risk of leaving Sherwood Forest.
  2. He said it was a trap meant to lure Robin Hood from the safety of the forest. ✓
  3. He believed it was a genuine contest to find the best archer in Nottinghamshire.
  4. He thought it was a good chance for Robin Hood to show off his skills.

Answer: He said it was a trap meant to lure Robin Hood from the safety of the forest.

From page 3

How did Robin Hood plan to go to Nottingham for the archery contest?

Choices

  1. He would sneak into Nottingham Castle under the cover of darkness.
  2. He would go in his familiar forest-green tunic and feathered cap.
  3. He would go as a humble yeoman, wearing plain clothes and a drab hood. ✓
  4. He would send Little John to compete in his place at the contest.

Answer: He would go as a humble yeoman, wearing plain clothes and a drab hood.

From page 4

Who accompanied Robin Hood on his journey towards Nottingham in disguise?

Choices

  1. Only Little John, who was carrying his quarterstaff.
  2. No one; Robin Hood traveled alone to avoid suspicion.
  3. A group of his Merry Men, all dressed as common travelers.
  4. Little John and Will Scarlet, also in disguised, plain clothes. ✓

Answer: Little John and Will Scarlet, also in disguised, plain clothes.

From page 5

Where did the Sheriff of Nottingham sit during the great archery contest?

Choices

  1. At a special, elevated pavilion, richly adorned with velvet and gold. ✓
  2. On a horse at the edge of the tournament field, watching the archers.
  3. Inside Nottingham Castle, receiving updates from his guards.
  4. Among the common folk in the grandstands to observe the crowd.

Answer: At a special, elevated pavilion, richly adorned with velvet and gold.

From page 6

What happened when the disguised Robin Hood shot his arrows during the contest?

Choices

  1. He missed the target entirely on his first shot, but improved later.
  2. The Sheriff immediately recognized his skill and ordered his arrest.
  3. Each arrow struck the very center of the target, hitting the bullseye every time. ✓
  4. His arrows hit the outer rings, showing respectable but not exceptional skill.

Answer: Each arrow struck the very center of the target, hitting the bullseye every time.

From page 7

What incredible feat did Robin Hood perform with his final shot in the archery contest?

Choices

  1. He struck the shaft of a rival arrow, splitting it cleanly, and then buried his arrow into the bullseye. ✓
  2. He shot an arrow that flew further than any other arrow in the contest.
  3. He hit a moving target that no other archer was able to hit.
  4. He shot two arrows at once, and both hit the bullseye perfectly.

Answer: He struck the shaft of a rival arrow, splitting it cleanly, and then buried his arrow into the bullseye.

From page 8

What did the Sheriff of Nottingham say to Robin Hood when he handed over the Golden Arrow?

Choices

  1. “I know who you are, Robin Hood, and you will not escape my grasp next time.”
  2. “This Golden Arrow is a symbol of my generosity to all the common folk.”
  3. “You are truly the finest archer in all of Nottinghamshire, and I commend your skill.”
  4. “Take your prize, good yeoman, and if you know of any outlaws who might compete, tell them to watch their step.” ✓

Answer: “Take your prize, good yeoman, and if you know of any outlaws who might compete, tell them to watch their step.”

From page 9

What did Robin Hood do with the Golden Arrow once he was back in Sherwood Forest?

Choices

  1. He hid it in a secret spot, fearing the Sheriff would try to take it back.
  2. He melted it down to make new arrowheads for his Merry Men.
  3. He held it aloft while his Merry Men cheered loudly, celebrating his daring feat. ✓
  4. He immediately gave it to Little John as a reward for his loyalty.

Answer: He held it aloft while his Merry Men cheered loudly, celebrating his daring feat.

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