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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Troilus always tries to set an example for which of the following?
(a) His siblings.
(b) The ladies.
(c) The enemy.
(d) Younger knights.

3. What does Pandarus say makes women lonely in old age?
(a) Rising above love.
(b) Being unkind.
(c) Wearing black.
(d) Staying indoors.

4. What is Chaucer's plea at the beginning of Book II?
(a) To believe his words.
(b) To loverlook his weakness.
(c) To accept the story as it is.
(d) To personalize the story.

5. What is Calkas' occupation?
(a) Farmer.
(b) Priest.
(c) Weaver.
(d) Artist.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Criseyde feel when Pandarus tells her to do something when he visits her?

2. What does Pandarus tell Criseyde to do when he gets there?

3. Why does Calkas flee to the enemy?

4. Why does Criseyde not have anyone to protect her?

5. What does Pandarus say will make Criseyde the proudest woman on Earth?

(see the answer key)

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