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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 did the Bramins derive their origin?

2. How many wives did the king of Kangigu have?

3. Who governed Kael?

4. ______ were the most prevalent in Kain.

5. What were sold in Basman as pygmies?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe ambergris. What was it, and where was it found? How was it used?

2. Tell what types of things were produced on the island of Java.

3. How could one enter the town of Pau-ghin, and why?

4. Describe the fishery business in the province of Maabar.

5. What was produced on the island of Java Minor, and why were they only exported to Manji and Cathay?

6. Describe the grand sepulcher of the king in the city of Mien.

7. What did the people on the island of Zipangu do with their dead? What did they place in the mouth of the dead?

8. Describe the physical attributes of the men and women of Zenzibar.

9. Describe the idols worshiped in Zipangu.

10. Describe the practice of tattooing in the province of Kangigu. Who had this done, and how?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The province of Balashan was made up of Mahometans. It was an extensive kingdom that was governed by princes in hereditary succession. Discuss how rule under one family, for generations, impacts a kingdom for benefit or detriment.

Essay Topic 2

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 3

The grand khan was not persuaded by any one religion, thus, he honored Christians, Jews, Mahometans, and idolaters at their respective festivals. Discuss his motives for honoring each. Use examples from the book in your response and thesis. Use Book 2, Chapters 1-2 as a reference.

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