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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through From Peking to Amoy.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What big animal was found in Bangala?
(a) Tiger.
(b) Elephant.
(c) Peacock.
(d) Ox.

2. ______ could be found in Bangala.
(a) Spikenard.
(b) Honey.
(c) Tummeric.
(d) Peacocks.

3. What did the inhabitants of Kangigu make wine from?
(a) Green grapes.
(b) Red grapes.
(c) Wheat.
(d) Rice.

4. What lay to either side of the causeway leading to Manji?
(a) Pyramids.
(b) Mulberry trees.
(c) Stone statues.
(d) Marshy lakes.

5. What months did the grand khan reside in Kanbalu?
(a) March, April, May.
(b) September, October, November.
(c) December, January, February.
(d) October, November, December.

Short Answer Questions

1. The Tartars had the best _________ in the world.

2. What fruit could weigh over two pounds troy-weight in Chan-glu?

3. What did the workers at Saint Barsamo make?

4. What was the name of the eldest legitimate son of the grand khan?

5. According to the Prologue, what things does Marco Polo describe in the book?

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