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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 6 Summary (Chapter 13 Salt and Independence, Chapter 14 Liberte, Egalite, Tax Breaks, Chapter 15 Preserving Independence).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which empire did Marco Polo study for twenty-five years?
(a) The British empire.
(b) The Aztec empire.
(c) The Spanish empire.
(d) The Mongol empire.

2. What is the author discussing at the beginning of Chapter 11?
(a) Salt mines.
(b) The great rivers.
(c) Gold mines.
(d) The great lakes.

3. Which continent did the Vikings go to in search of cod?
(a) Oceania.
(b) Asia.
(c) South America.
(d) North America.

4. How did the British create serious salt shortages during the American War for Independence?
(a) They took over all the towns with salt industries.
(b) They blockaded American ports.
(c) They blew up the salt mines.
(d) They befriended the Native Indians.

5. What is the title of Chapter 10?
(a) The Hapsburg Pickle.
(b) The German Sauerkraut.
(c) The American Salt Wars.
(d) The Leaving of Liverpool.

Short Answer Questions

1. What became the most important salt producing town in England in the 9th century?

2. Which emperor lead the Romans to victory against the Celts?

3. Who was forbidden to trade with the United States after the revolution?

4. What culture is the author talking about at the beginning of Chapter 8?

5. Which of the following Italian cities flourished after the fall of Rome?

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