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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which is the city of a thousand wells, sitting above an underground lake?
(a) Tamara.
(b) Laura.
(c) Isaura.
(d) Zirma.

2. At the beginning of Chapter 2, what do Khan's messengers warn of?
(a) Battles.
(b) Betrayal.
(c) Famines.
(d) Disease.

3. When Polo tells his tales while enjoying the evening breeze as he sits on a doorstep, what does he explain to Khan?
(a) This reminds him of a time from one of his past travels.
(b) The setting they're in will affect how the tale is remembered.
(c) His traveling days may soon come to an end.
(d) The cool air clears his mind and keeps him awake.

4. Where do the people of Isaura find water?
(a) From dew that forms on plants.
(b) Wherever they dig.
(c) In the city's aqueducts and reservoirs.
(d) Atop the highest mountain.

5. This peninsular city can be reached by ship or camel, revealing itself to travelers by both land and sea:
(a) Tamara.
(b) Isaura.
(c) Despina.
(d) Irma.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which city stands on high pilings even though it sits on dry land?

2. Which city is described as a place where traitors are strung from lampposts and old men sit on docks, telling stories while mending fishing nets?

3. At times, Polo and Khan sit quietly to:

4. Which city has supposedly languished and deteriorated, forgotten by the earth?

5. After Khan sends Polo on many missions, Polo learns:

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