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

2. Why don't the merchants use carts on the way to Troyes?
(a) They are much more expensive than using pack animals.
(b) Their wheels can get stuck in the muddy roads.
(c) Carts are considered bad luck.
(d) Carts can be easily stolen.

3. What is the solar?
(a) Conservatory.
(b) Dining hall.
(c) Cloak room.
(d) Church.

4. What time period is covered by the book?
(a) From 250 BC to 800 AD.
(b) From 800 AD to 900 AD.
(c) From the time of Socrates to the time of the American Revolution.
(d) From Roman times to the middle of the 13th century.

5. What is a "commune" as defined by this book?
(a) The twice-yearly merchant fair held at Troyes.
(b) The city structure arising from a negotiation between merchant burghers and the feudal lord.
(c) A building where merchants may buy and sell wares.
(d) A religious monastery.

Short Answer Questions

1. How often does the typical city dweller in 1250 take a bath?

2. Who lives in the "old city?"

3. What two general sections is Troyes divided into?

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

5. What city is the central subject of the book?

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