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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Pandarus tell Criseyde to do when he gets there?
(a) Be happy.
(b) Forget the past.
(c) Follow his instructions.
(d) Broaden her horizons.

2. Why does Troilus stop eating?
(a) Because he is part of a ritual.
(b) Because he is lovesick.
(c) Because he is conserving food.
(d) Because he is fasting.

3. What does Pandarus say will help him help Troilus?
(a) His mistakes with women.
(b) His money.
(c) His educated status.
(d) His past.

4. Which of the following does Troilus say that he will never lose sleep over in Book I?
(a) War.
(b) Unfairness.
(c) Women.
(d) Poverty.

5. Who does Chaucer call on for help in Book II?
(a) Clio.
(b) Clemente.
(c) Claudia.
(d) Chloe.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Calkas flee to the enemy?

2. In Book I, what kind of story does Chaucer say is in this poem?

3. Where was Hector wounded?

4. What does Pandarus tell Criseyde that the dream that she had the night of the festival is likely to bring to her?

5. Who does Pandarus visit after waking up?

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