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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. Chingis-khan was revered as a ______.

2. Marco Polo's father and uncle were _________________.

3. Marco Polo stayed at the Great Khan's court for _____ years to do many missions.

4. What year did Kubilai Khan begin his reign?

5. Which characteristic does not fit Marco Polo's description of Turkomans?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the physical attributes of the grand khan.

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

3. What needs did a practical traveler and merchant have in order to survive along the route?

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

5. Tell about the ceremony that took place when emperors or princes (grand khan's) were carried for interment to the mountain of Altai.

6. Describe the personal guards for the grand khan.

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

8. Why couldn't the Polos return to Constantinople? What did they do?

9. Describe the birthday of the grand khan.

10. Why did Marco Polo write this book?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Book 1, Chapter 49 describes in detail the particular organization of Tartar armies. Discuss how this arrangement could help and/or hinder the Tartar's battle strategy. Use examples from the book in your response and thesis.

Essay Topic 2

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.

Essay Topic 3

Book 2, Chapter 16 details the grand khan's adventures with his falconers. Discuss reasons why the grand khan participated. Was this a useful sport or pure enjoyment? Cite examples from the text in your response and thesis.

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