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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Kubilai Khan.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. ______________ was an unknown term in medieval language.
(a) "Compassion."
(b) "Barbaric."
(c) "Civilization."
(d) "Restitution."

2. From the East in 1206, whom did the Mongol tribes elect to rule northern China?
(a) Chingis.
(b) Barka.
(c) Chinghiz.
(d) Nayan.

3. How is Marco Polo described in the Prologue?
(a) As a learned and honest citizen of Genoa.
(b) As a loyal follower of God.
(c) As an honest and trustworthy citizen of Venice.
(d) As a wise and learned citizen of Venice.

4. Marco Polo was curious and adept in seeing and describing the natural history of __________________.
(a) Birds, plants, beasts and spices.
(b) Birds, beasts, people and spices.
(c) Birds, plants, people and herbs.
(d) Birds, plants, beasts and herbs.

5. Which characteristic does not fit Marco Polo's description of Turkomans?
(a) Dull of intellect.
(b) Followers of Mahomet.
(c) Rude people.
(d) Accepting of others.

Short Answer Questions

1. Kashcar was known for its production of what?

2. Marco Polo was _________ years old when Pope Clement died.

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

4. A thief could pay ______ the value of the property stolen in order to escape all further punishment.

5. What year did Kubilai Khan begin his reign?

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