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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Pandarus convince Criseyde to spend the night at his house?
(a) By stating that he is lonely.
(b) By stating that his servant is ill.
(c) By stating that the weather is not suitable for travel.
(d) By stating thatTroilus will be there soon.

2. What type of work is "The Siege of Thebes"?
(a) A short story.
(b) A history.
(c) A poem.
(d) A novel.

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

4. What does Pandarus beg of Criseyde when she meets Troilus for the first time?
(a) To explain her situation.
(b) To be honest with him.
(c) To give him what he wants.
(d) To have pity on him.

5. What does Criseyde hide her head with while talking to Troilus in Pandarus's house?
(a) Her dressing gown.
(b) A blanket.
(c) Her veil.
(d) A towel.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Troilus feel about Criseyde when he first sees her?

2. Who does Chaucer dedicate Book III to at its beginning?

3. Where does Criseyde go after hearing about the trade?

4. What is Criseyde doing when Pandarus visits her?

5. Who does Calkas want in return for Antenor?

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