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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through From China to India.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The Polos were not able to return to Constantinople for fear of what?
(a) Murder.
(b) Retaliation.
(c) Arrest.
(d) Exile.

2. _______________ was chosen to replace Queen Bulagan after her death.
(a) Napir Asu.
(b) Khutulun.
(c) Kogatin.
(d) Khanum Organa Hatum.

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

4. According to Marco Polo, in the central part of Armenia lies an exceedingly large and high mountain. What can be found on this mountain?
(a) The Fountain of Oil.
(b) The Gate of Iron.
(c) The Ark of Noah.
(d) The Golden Tablets.

5. Survival required a practical traveler and merchant to take advantage of ___________along the route with natural and man-made obstacles.
(a) Shelter, routes and people.
(b) People, places and food.
(c) Food, water and transport.
(d) Water, shelter and food.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Which sea was the island of Zipangu situated on?

3. Why was an umbrella carried overhead of the grand khan?

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

5. What could be found in the castle of Paipurth, which was located between Trebizond and Tauris?

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