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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter II, The Shattering (Sections 24-34).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The Hercynian Forest was known to be filled with all but which of the following?
(a) Fairies.
(b) Wolves.
(c) Imaginary demons.
(d) Boars.

2. Which popes were known for their immorality?
(a) Burgundy.
(b) Borgia.
(c) Tuscan.
(d) Italian.

3. While literacy became increasingly important, the educational system tended to be ______.
(a) Math-based.
(b) Chaotic.
(c) Non-existent.
(d) Structured.

4. How old was King James III when he died?
(a) 41.
(b) 34.
(c) 37.
(d) 29.

5. Borgia was the model for the famous book which by author?
(a) Dante.
(b) Homer.
(c) Machiavelli.
(d) Tolstoy.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which group was not among those listed as pillaging the Roman Empire?

2. In which century does Tacitus appear?

3. Which word is not used to describe the brother?

4. What is the estimated illiteracy rate among women at this time?

5. On which date was Rome entered?

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