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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Who does Chaucer say will get the most out of this poem?
(a) Those who have seen men die.
(b) Those who are bitter and estranged.
(c) Those who are patient and content.
(d) Those who have loved and lost.

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

4. During which season do the people honor their patron God?
(a) Summer.
(b) Winter.
(c) Spring.
(d) Fall.

5. What does Pandarus tell Criseyde that the dream that she had the night of the festival is likely to bring to her?
(a) Good fortune.
(b) Opportunity.
(c) Wisdom.
(d) Bad luck.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Calkas' occupation?

2. Who does Pandarus say that Criseyde will condemn if she does not help Troilus?

3. What does Pandarus do when he first wakes up?

4. Who protects Criseyde when the people want to kill her?

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

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