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

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

3. Who lives in the "old city?"
(a) It is exclusively reserved for Jews.
(b) Only members of the Church are allowed in the old city.
(c) It is exclusively reserved for the the poor.
(d) Wealthy families, clergy members, Jews, and the poor.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What time period is covered by the book?

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

3. Wealthy burghers can expect to have a home of how many stories?

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

5. What structure is common to all floors of a burghers' home?

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