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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Polo initially rely on symbols to represent people and places?
(a) He cannot speak Khan's language.
(b) He's too shy to speak directly to the emperor.
(c) He's eccentric and mischievous.
(d) He wants to make it more challenging for Khan.

2. Which of these is not a city described by Polo in Chapter 2?
(a) Maurilia.
(b) Kublai.
(c) Zenobia.
(d) Euphemia.

3. At Euphemia, how many different nations gather to trade?
(a) Twelve.
(b) Forty.
(c) Seven.
(d) Three.

4. 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) His traveling days may soon come to an end.
(c) The cool air clears his mind and keeps him awake.
(d) The setting they're in will affect how the tale is remembered.

5. How does Polo describe the people of Chloe?
(a) They are strangers to each other.
(b) Great warriors train here.
(c) Everyone here is a teacher of some type.
(d) They are most welcoming to newcomers.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Maurilia was once:

3. The "white city" described by Polo is:

4. When do merchants from many different nations gather at Euphemia to trade?

5. When the emperor tells Polo that he's dreamed up a city and describes it, what does Polo reply?

(see the answer key)

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