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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 15, Chapter 16, After 1250.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do the Keepers of the Fair do?
(a) They hire security and handle logistics of the Troyes fair.
(b) They choose which merchants get to trade at the fair.
(c) They maintain the "key to the city" and are largely ceremonial.
(d) They imprison any merchants who try to dilute their wares.

2. Many of Thibaut IV's love songs are about which woman?
(a) The Duchess of Windsor.
(b) Cleopatra.
(c) Queen Blanche.
(d) Queen Elizabeth.

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

4. What is a windlass?
(a) Slang for a nagging woman.
(b) A siege weapon used to destroy castle walls.
(c) A crane used to move heavy stones.
(d) A musical instrument.

5. Which of the following is NOT true about the Keeper of the Fair?
(a) His job is highly sought-after.
(b) He was paid exceedingly well.
(c) He was in charge of fair security.
(d) He was elected by popular vote.

Short Answer Questions

1. Prior to Roman conquest, what state is modern-day France in?

2. When did towns like Troyes first start being granted charters?

3. How many leper's colonies existed in France around 1250?

4. How is mental illness treated by medieval doctors?

5. Why might the church, the town, and the feudal lord dispute jurisdiction in regards to punishing a criminal act?

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