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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book III.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Criseyde say about Troilus when talking to Pandarus?
(a) That he will never be as great as Hector.
(b) That he is worthy of praise.
(c) That she finds him to act juvenile.
(d) That she has never heard of him.

2. How does Troilus feel about Criseyde when he first sees her?
(a) He is afraid to be near a traitor.
(b) He falls in love with her instantly.
(c) He hardly notices her.
(d) He tries to remember whether he has met her before.

3. In Book I, what kind of story does Chaucer say is in this poem?
(a) Sorrowful.
(b) Loving.
(c) Heartwarming.
(d) Joyful.

4. Why does Cupid get mad at Troilus?
(a) Because he does not pray.
(b) Because he gives more tribute to Aphrodite.
(c) Because he mocks love.
(d) Because his sacrifice is lacking.

5. Who does Pandarus praise when Troilus agrees to Criseyde's conditions?
(a) Hera and Hermes.
(b) Zeus and Aphrodite.
(c) Portia and Apollo.
(d) Venus and Cupid.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Pandarus say that Criseyde can help Troilus?

2. Where is Troilus when he first sees Criseyde?

3. Why does Criseyde agree to go to Pandarus' house for dinner?

4. Who does Criseyde tell Pandarus that she dreamt about the night of the festival?

5. Why does Calkas flee to the enemy?

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