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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following persons does Chaucer call on for help in Book II?
(a) A goddess.
(b) A siren.
(c) A muse.
(d) A nymph.

2. What does Pandarus say will make Criseyde the proudest woman on Earth?
(a) His blessing.
(b) Her father's legacy.
(c) Her new suitor.
(d) His secret.

3. What is Criseyde most concerned about when she hears about Troilus' love for her?
(a) His loyalty.
(b) Propriety.
(c) His status.
(d) Her dowry.

4. What does Chaucer say he hopes his poem provides?
(a) Hope.
(b) Comfort.
(c) Warning.
(d) Contentment.

5. How are Pandarus and Criseyde related?
(a) He is her godfather.
(b) He is her uncle.
(c) He is a family friend.
(d) He is her cousin.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where was Hector wounded?

2. What does a friend of Troilus say to try to make him mad?

3. What promise did Pandarus make Troilus?

4. Who does Pandarus visit after waking up?

5. How does Troilus pass his judgment on others?

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