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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, Chapter 4, Chapter 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Prior to Roman conquest, what state is modern-day France in?
(a) It is rich and fertile farmland, populated by large plantations.
(b) It is populated with Vandals, and features several large cities.
(c) It is not inhabited by more than a few criminals and gypsies.
(d) It is primarily wilderness, dotted by a few small villages.

2. What is NOT an activity commonly performed by jongleurs?
(a) Playing instruments.
(b) Doing magic tricks.
(c) Telling stories of histories and legends.
(d) Holding political debates.

3. What is an ecuelle?
(a) The salt shaker.
(b) A large fork.
(c) A bowl filled with stew or soup.
(d) A hunk of bread.

4. Why don't the merchants use carts on the way to Troyes?
(a) Carts can be easily stolen.
(b) Their wheels can get stuck in the muddy roads.
(c) They are much more expensive than using pack animals.
(d) Carts are considered bad luck.

5. What is a superstition about childbirth mentioned in the text?
(a) Very particular lute music is played prior to and during birth, so the child will not be born deaf.
(b) A jongleur is made to attend the birth to ensure the child has a happy rather than sad disposition.
(c) The time of birth must be recorded exactly, which can be used to predict the child's future.
(d) The woman's face is covered with a cloth during childbirth, as it is considered ill fortune for a woman to witness the birth of her own child.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is a woman in 1250 NOT allowed to do?

2. Why do housewives frequently refrain from wearing makeup or wigs?

3. According to ideal notions of beauty, how should skin appear to be considered beautiful?

4. What time period is covered by the book?

5. How is a baby dressed until it can walk?

(see the answer key)

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