TED-Ed: Love vs. Honor: The Irish myth of Diarmuid's betrayal | Iseult Gillespie

Gráinne, daughter of King Cormac, is furious to learn she must marry the aging Fionn instead of a young warrior. During a banquet, she meets Diarmuid, a handsome soldier, and they escape together, pursued by Fionn. With the help of the giant Modan, they evade capture, but Fionn's relentless pursuit strains his relationship with his men. Eventually, peace is brokered, but years later, Diarmuid is fatally wounded on a hunt. Fionn hesitates to save him, and Diarmuid dies, leaving Fionn to regret his actions.

Why was Gráinne upset about her marriage arrangement?

• She was in love with Fionn.

• She wanted to marry a young soldier.

• She was already married.

• She did not want to marry at all.

What action did Gráinne take at the banquet?

• She challenged Fionn to a duel.

• She put a sleeping draught in the drinks.

• She placed a geas on Fionn.

• She left the castle.

How did Diarmuid and Gráinne manage to evade Fionn's pursuit?

• They used a magical cloak.

• They were helped by a giant named Modan.

• They hid in a cave.

• They disguised themselves as merchants.

What caused Fionn to call off the chase?

• He realized he had lost the respect of his men.

• He found Diarmuid and Gráinne.

• He received a message from the king.

• He was injured during the pursuit.

What was the outcome of the boar hunt?

• Fionn was injured by the boar.

• Diarmuid was mortally wounded and died.

• Diarmuid was saved by Fionn.

• The boar was captured alive.