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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Why is curriculum referred to as the liberal arts?
(a) Because teaching methods are more art than science.
(b) Because what's taught is not expected to make money.
(c) Because cathedral school is free to join.
(d) Because education is meant to be applied liberally, to all peoples.

3. What is the cathedral in Troyes called?
(a) The Cathedral of the Divine Blessing.
(b) The Cathedral of St. Pierre and St. Paul.
(c) The Cathedral of the Virgin Mary.
(d) The Cathedral of St. Ignatius.

4. What is an example of "eye for an eye" justice?
(a) A liar having his tongue cut out.
(b) Death by hanging.
(c) Crucifixion.
(d) A lengthy prison term.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. The tale "Flamenca" is an example of what type of book?

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

3. Which of the following is NOT a function of the church according to the book?

4. How far did people come to attend one of the Troyes' fairs?

5. Many of Thibaut IV's love songs are about which woman?

Short Essay Questions

1. How is the notion of sainthood changing in the middle of the 13th century?

2. What does a Middle Ages curriculum consist of?

3. What is the story of "L'Mystere d' Adam?"

4. What did 12th century charters accomplish for towns like Troyes?

5. For what poetry is Thibaut IV most known for?

6. How are mayors and town council members selected in Troyes?

7. What subject did Rutebauf write about in his poetry?

8. How were cathedrals paid for?

9. How happened to Troyes after 1250?

10. Why does a theater revival occur within the Church?

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