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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6, Chapter 7, Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do craftsmen frequently work in full view of the public?
(a) So that everyone can see their skill.
(b) In a show of honesty required by the merchants' guild.
(c) Because that is church policy.
(d) Because that is the policy of the Count of Champagne.

2. Which of the following is an ideal quality of a wet nurse?
(a) A strictly regimented diet.
(b) A thorough understanding of Latin and Greek.
(c) The ability to play the lute.
(d) Intense powers of concentration.

3. What is the difference between Jewish money lenders and Christian money lenders?
(a) Jews tend to lend at lower interest rates.
(b) Jews tend to lend at higher interest rates.
(c) Jews only lend foreign currency.
(d) Jews deal only in fenced (stolen) property.

4. How is a baby dressed until it can walk?
(a) With a loose-fitting dress.
(b) The baby is left naked until it can walk.
(c) With very tight wrappings.
(d) All in white, in the hopes that a witch cannot hurt him/her.

5. Which of the following is a typical play activity for young children?
(a) Hunting.
(b) Bear baiting.
(c) Recitation of epic poetry.
(d) Cock fighting.

Short Answer Questions

1. What part of the city of Troyes are Jews located in?

2. When is a child baptized ideally?

3. How often does the typical city dweller in 1250 take a bath?

4. According to the manners of the time, how should bread be consumed?

5. What is NOT an activity commonly performed by jongleurs?

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