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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. What city is the central subject of the book?
(a) Troyes.
(b) Rome.
(c) Paris.
(d) Champagne.

2. Why do housewives frequently refrain from wearing makeup or wigs?
(a) Makeup and wigs contain unhealthy and allergic materials.
(b) Burghers prefer their wives to be natural beauties.
(c) The wearing of make up or wigs is frowned upon by the church.
(d) There is a common fear that such "disguises" bring bad luck.

3. Why are Jews in a precarious position in Troyes?
(a) Their temples are constantly vandalized.
(b) The Jews depend on the spice trade, which is sometimes interrupted.
(c) The Church actively hunts Jews in order to convert them.
(d) Royals may decree to ban Jews at any time.

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

5. What is a woman in 1250 NOT allowed to do?
(a) Make wills.
(b) Vote on local political matters.
(c) File lawsuits.
(d) Own property.

Short Answer Questions

1. How might a pregnant woman influence the sex of her infant child, according to the prevailing wisdom?

2. Which of the following is an ideal quality of a wet nurse?

3. Who enjoys the right of coinage?

4. Why don't the merchants use carts on the way to Troyes?

5. What does a midwife do?

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