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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Road to Cathay.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. From the East in 1206, whom did the Mongol tribes elect to rule northern China?
(a) Chingis.
(b) Chinghiz.
(c) Nayan.
(d) Barka.

2. Experiences between leaving in 1271 and returning in 1292 are described by Marco Polo through his chroniclers_________ and __________.
(a) Latham and Ramusio.
(b) Ramusio and Rustigielo.
(c) Ramusio and Kustichello.
(d) Rustichello and Saint Barsamo.

3. The Tartars had the best _________ in the world.
(a) Wives.
(b) Dogs.
(c) Falcons.
(d) Tents.

4. What allowed the inhabitants of Baldach or Bagadet to transport their goods to and from the sea of India?
(a) Camel caravans.
(b) A hard, dirt-paved road.
(c) A great river flowing in the midst of the city.
(d) Strong and willing men carrying goods.

5. What could be found in Kierman?
(a) Springs.
(b) Gold.
(c) Fountains of oil.
(d) Turquoise.

Short Answer Questions

1. "The Travels of Marco Polo" was penned in ________ by the writer Marco Polo commissioned.

2. _______________ was chosen to replace Queen Bulagan after her death.

3. In 1292, Marco Polo safely delivered a bride for _____.

4. Marco Polo's father and uncle were _________________.

5. In ____, a battle began with the sultan of Egypt.

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