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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Prologue, Chapter 1, Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How do diners wipe their mouths during dinner?
(a) With the tablecloth.
(b) With their sleeve.
(c) With a napkin.
(d) With their hand.

2. Who lives in the Count's Castle?
(a) No one.
(b) The Viscount.
(c) The Count of Champagne.
(d) The Bishop of Troyes.

3. Why are soldiers hired by merchants on the way to the fair at Troyes?
(a) For the exertion of political power.
(b) For protection from bandits.
(c) To scout out the correct routes.
(d) As a status symbol.

4. How many people share a wine cup during dining?
(a) Two.
(b) The entire table drinks from the same cup.
(c) Just one.
(d) Three.

5. In 1250, who lives in the Viscount's Tower?
(a) Several merchant families.
(b) The Count of Champagne.
(c) The Bishop of Troyes.
(d) The Viscount.

Short Answer Questions

1. What time period is covered by the book?

2. What are the majority of homes in Troyes made from?

3. Where are toilets located?

4. What is the solar?

5. Which historical figure first encourages the merchant fairs of Troyes?

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