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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, Chapter 4, Chapter 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the widely-accepted currency in Troyes?
(a) Pounds.
(b) Doubloons.
(c) Deniers.
(d) Marks.

2. Prior to Roman conquest, what state is modern-day France in?
(a) It is not inhabited by more than a few criminals and gypsies.
(b) It is rich and fertile farmland, populated by large plantations.
(c) It is populated with Vandals, and features several large cities.
(d) It is primarily wilderness, dotted by a few small villages.

3. Why must the housewife be especially careful in selecting food from the market?
(a) Food prices vary greatly depending on market conditions.
(b) Their burgher husbands have very particular tastes.
(c) Many merchants try to dilute their goods to increase their profit.
(d) Poisonous food is rampant in the area.

4. Which historical figure first encourages the merchant fairs of Troyes?
(a) Constantine.
(b) Chretien de Troyes.
(c) The Bishop of Canterbury.
(d) Thibaut the Great.

5. How often does the typical city dweller in 1250 take a bath?
(a) Once a month.
(b) Once a day.
(c) Once a year.
(d) Once a week.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who lives in the "old city?"

2. How many people share a wine cup during dining?

3. According to ideal notions of beauty, how should skin appear to be considered beautiful?

4. What is a superstition about childbirth mentioned in the text?

5. What is an ecuelle?

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