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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through From China to India.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did the men and women of Vochang cover their teeth with?
(a) Silver.
(b) Mud.
(c) Gold.
(d) Wax.

2. What gift was sent from one of the Tartar princes to the Roman Pontiff from the city of Chinchitalas?
(a) A bronze statue.
(b) A brilliant ruby.
(c) A woven napkin.
(d) A coral salamander.

3. What did the inhabitants of Chan-glu do with dead bodies?
(a) Bury them only three feet deep.
(b) Eat them.
(c) Display them in the center of the village.
(d) Burn them.

4. Marco Polo was curious and adept in seeing and describing the natural history of __________________.
(a) Birds, plants, beasts and herbs.
(b) Birds, plants, beasts and spices.
(c) Birds, plants, people and herbs.
(d) Birds, beasts, people and spices.

5. What was used for currency in Tholoman?
(a) Stamped paper.
(b) Special stones.
(c) Notched wood.
(d) Porcelain shells.

Short Answer Questions

1. _________ were not inhabitants of Tauris.

2. What year was the memorable battle of Vochang fought?

3. Kubilai Khan fought a great battle with whom?

4. How far was Kotan from Karkan?

5. What could be found in Kierman?

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