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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Pandarus' first idea to protect his niece?
(a) To change her name.
(b) To disguise her as someone else.
(c) To have Troilus run away with her.
(d) To marry her to Troilus.

2. What is Criseyde doing when Pandarus visits her?
(a) Making a cup of tea.
(b) Painting a landscape.
(c) Reading a poem.
(d) Writing her history.

3. Why is Criseyde reluctant to go to Pandarus' house for dinner?
(a) Because it is raining.
(b) Because she does not feel well.
(c) Because it is a busy day for her.
(d) Because she does not want to see Troilus.

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

5. The beginning of Book IV is about which of the following?
(a) Venus.
(b) Troilus and Criseyde.
(c) The Sirens.
(d) Chaucer.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Criseyde say would have happened had she loved Troilus first?

2. What is described in the first action section of Book IV?

3. Which of the following persons does Chaucer call on for help in Book II?

4. What does Pandarus say that he will do if Criseyde will not help Troilus?

5. What does Pandarus think will cause Troilus to kill himself?

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