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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Pandarus tell Criseyde to do when he gets there?
(a) Broaden her horizons.
(b) Forget the past.
(c) Be happy.
(d) Follow his instructions.

2. How does Pandarus say that Criseyde can help Troilus?
(a) By writing to him.
(b) By seeing him.
(c) By giving him a kind word.
(d) By leaving the city.

3. Which of the following persons does Chaucer call on for help in Book II?
(a) A goddess.
(b) A nymph.
(c) A muse.
(d) A siren.

4. What does Chaucer say he hopes his poem provides?
(a) Contentment.
(b) Warning.
(c) Comfort.
(d) Hope.

5. Where is Troilus when he first sees Criseyde?
(a) A temple.
(b) A tavern.
(c) A garden.
(d) A palace.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where was Hector wounded?

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

3. What is happening at the beginning of the poem?

4. What is Chaucer's plea at the beginning of Book II?

5. Why does Criseyde not have anyone to protect her?

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