In the first story, Villehardouin blames the men who deserted the army for the failure of the Fourth Crusade. Using examples from the book, list and explain two other forces that may have been partially responsible for the failure.

Using the book, draw a time line of events of the Fourth Crusade. Be sure to include at least eight events from the book.

Murzuphlus was, without question, a cruel individual in his dealings with all people. Do you believe, however, that the Venetians had a right to have him thrown from the tower to his death? Defend your answer.

In the first book, the Venetians and French detour from the Crusade to free Jerusalem to help attack Zara and Constantinople. Do you believe they were right in doing so, even though they attacked Christians? Explain your answer, using information from the book.

In the...