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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. Where were the three magi buried?

2. The Great Khan succeeded _______ to rule the eastern part of the Mongol empire.

3. What could be found in Kierman?

4. _________ were not inhabitants of Tauris.

5. Where was the mint of the grand khan located?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the city of Karakoran.

2. In Chapter 5, what miraculous circumstances are said to have taken place at Saint Lunardo?

3. Describe the various manufactures in the kingdom of Kierman.

4. Why did the Polos return to Arghun, kahn of the Levant, with a bride?

5. According to Chapter 3, what three classes of inhabitants resided in Turkomania?

6. Describe the physical attributes of the grand khan.

7. What happened to the Polos while they were traveling to see the Pope?

8. Tell about the custom in Peyn that pertained to married men and women.

9. Describe the wives of the grand khan.

10. What did Marco Polo report to the grand khan upon return from his voyage to the East Indies?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Using Book 2, Chapter 8 as a reference, explain the treasonable practices used in the city of Kanbalu which caused it to rebel. Also, describe the apprehension and punishment of those involved. Use examples for the text in your response and thesis.

Essay Topic 2

Nicolo and Maffeo Polo were respectable merchants of Venice. They set sail in the year 1250 for Constantinople and arrived there in safety. Discuss the underlying goals the brothers had in wanting to go to Constantinople. Use examples from the text to support your response and thesis. Use Book 1, Chapter 1 as a reference.

Essay Topic 3

Book 1, Chapter 35 tells about Tartar armies passing through the province of Charchan. This was very dangerous for families living there. The families took action to protect themselves from the army. Compare and contrast the action of the families to the actions you would take to protect your family and yourself in the same situation.

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