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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why are Jews in a precarious position in Troyes?

2. What are common maladies in the 13th century?

3. According to medieval medicine, how many "humors" are there in the body?

4. How is mental illness treated by medieval doctors?

5. Which of the following is NOT a function of guilds?

Short Essay Questions

1. Explain how currency functions in 1250 Troyes.

2. Who was and was not allowed to get married?

3. How is a woman restricted in medieval society?

4. Describe the physical geography and layout of Troyes.

5. What are some common sicknesses in the 13th century?

6. Why is it important for a burgher to have a detailed will?

7. Describe a typical marriage ceremony.

8. Describe what a tanner does.

9. Describe a typical burgher family's home.

10. What are some typical dining manners observed in 1250 in Troyes?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Women enjoyed certain freedoms but also suffered certain restrictions in the High Middle Ages.

1) As described in the book, develop a list of liberties enjoyed by women.

2) Next, develop a list of restrictions imposed upon women.

3) What sort of political power do women have?

Essay Topic 2

Ordinary craftspeople aspire to become wealthy and well-respected merchants.

1) Wool is a lucrative commodity. How is wool processed? Describe the multistep process.

2) What is the right of coinage, and who possesses the right? What is a denier? How does the right of coinage affect the denier?

3) What is society's view of moneylending? What is the Church's view of money-lending?

Essay Topic 3

Leisure activities are explored in detail in Chapter 4.

1) Develop a list of leisure activities the typical peasant or merchant may indulge in.

2) What leisure activities are available for children?

3) What is the Church's view of leisure activities? Is their advice heeded or not by the majority of citizens?

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