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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book IV.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Pandarus says that he is ashamed of which of the following?
(a) Helping Troilus.
(b) Scheming in love.
(c) Betraying his niece.
(d) Ignoring his gut feelings.

2. Why does Criseyde not have anyone to protect her?
(a) She is a widow.
(b) She is poor.
(c) Her father has left her.
(d) All of the answer choices are correct.

3. What does Troilus do when he hears Criseyde coming toward him?
(a) He mumbles a chant.
(b) He rehearses what he will say.
(c) He smiles widely.
(d) He says a prayer.

4. What does Criseyde say that Troilus is acting like when they speak at Pandarus' house?
(a) A husband.
(b) A child.
(c) A love-sick soldier.
(d) A jealous lover.

5. How does Troilus feel about Criseyde when he first sees her?
(a) He tries to remember whether he has met her before.
(b) He hardly notices her.
(c) He falls in love with her instantly.
(d) He is afraid to be near a traitor.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who comforts Troilus after the meeting focusing on the ransoms?

2. How does Chaucer describe Troilus' condition at the beginning of Book II?

3. Who does Chaucer say will get the most out of this poem?

4. What does Pandarus think will cause Troilus to kill himself?

5. Who does Calkas want in return for Antenor?

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