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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After Khan sends Polo on many missions, Polo learns:
(a) How to sail virtually any type of ship.
(b) To become an expert negotiator.
(c) The cooking techniques of the Mongols.
(d) The language of the Tartars.

2. When the emperor and the traveler grow quiet in order to reflect on what was just said, the emperor sometimes:
(a) Clears his throat loudly.
(b) Imagines Polo answering his questions.
(c) Stares at Polo piercingly.
(d) Weeps quietly.

3. When Polo describes a bridge made of stone, Khan wants to know:
(a) Which stone supports the bridge.
(b) How large the stones are.
(c) How many stones are in the bridge.
(d) Whether the stones are rough or smooth.

4. Why does Khan listen to Polo's stories so intently?
(a) He will never have the chance to travel to all of these places.
(b) It stirs his imagination and gives him incentive to continue ruling.
(c) He is starved for entertainment.
(d) He's looking for clues to help him better rule his empire.

5. Octavia is full of:
(a) Ropes, chains, and catwalks.
(b) Translucent tents.
(c) Towers, arches, and bells.
(d) Forgotten dreams.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Esmeralda, people can choose to travel by:

2. What city is found 80 miles northwest of Zenobia?

3. The various depictions of Fedora show what?

4. When Polo speaks of Zemrude, one of the views he offers is filled with:

5. What do the residents of Ersilia do?

(see the answer key)

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