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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which author is depended upon for the central texts to teach grammar in the cathedral school?
(a) Cato the Elder.
(b) Aristotle.
(c) Plato.
(d) Donatus.

2. "The Prophets" is an example of what?
(a) Playlet.
(b) Trope.
(c) Fabliaux.
(d) Poem.

3. Which of the following is NOT one of the reasons one might make a pilgrimage?
(a) To have a prayer answered.
(b) To do penance for a sin.
(c) To have a sickness cured.
(d) To locate a lost relative.

4. When does the "Hot Fair" of Troyes occur?
(a) September.
(b) July and August.
(c) Christmas time.
(d) The first of Spring.

5. Which of the following is NOT an assurance guaranteed to merchants by Troyes during the fair?
(a) Protection against robbers.
(b) The guarantee to sell their goods at a certain minimum.
(c) Guarantees against cheaters who dilute their wares.
(d) Recourse against debtors.

6. What language are church sermons given in?
(a) Greek.
(b) Aramaic.
(c) Latin.
(d) The vernacular.

7. How are books regarded in the 13th century?
(a) Books are exceptionally common, and fill most homes' shelves.
(b) Books are rare and valuable.
(c) Books are derided for their silly tales and sloppy penmanship.
(d) Books are worthless, as almost no one can read.

8. What were the financial consequences of Crusades?
(a) They introduced new kinds of currency into northwest Europe.
(b) They ended with lucrative new spice trade routes.
(c) They were usually extraordinarily profitable.
(d) They were usually spectacular failures.

9. Why does construction of cathedrals often stop for extended periods of time?
(a) Cathedrals are costly, and money often runs out.
(b) Princes often stop construction by royal decree.
(c) The construction schedule is set for religious reasons.
(d) Stone is in scarce supply.

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

11. What distinguishes the barbarian legacy of justice?
(a) Duels, and the process of ordeals.
(b) Crimes are considered personal, rather than civil.
(c) A system of lawyers, evidence, and testimony.
(d) The church system handles punishment.

12. Which of the following is NOT a function of the church according to the book?
(a) A marketplace gathering area.
(b) Town council meetings.
(c) The place where a pregnant woman goes to have a baby.
(d) The place to conduct religious services.

13. Who is Robert le Bougre?
(a) A famous and wealthy wool merchant and moneylender.
(b) The mayor of Troyes in 1250.
(c) The Prince of Champagne.
(d) An infamous inquisitor who burned many heretics at the stake.

14. When did towns like Troyes first start being granted charters?
(a) The 8th century.
(b) The 12th century.
(c) The 4th century.
(d) The 13th century.

15. Which of the following forms of punishment had largely fallen out of favor by 1250 in Troyes?
(a) A thief having his hand cut off.
(b) Flogging.
(c) Death by hanging.
(d) The process of ordeal.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is a proper subject for a Rutebauf poem?

2. How can a town council member be elected?

3. Which two parties negotiated town charters?

4. What is the computus?

5. What language were the earliest playlets conducted in?

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