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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is to be done during the truce in the war?
(a) A surrender is to be made.
(b) A banquet is to be held.
(c) Prisoners are to be exchanged.
(d) A treaty is to be written.

2. How does Troilus describe the words in his last letter from Criseyde?
(a) Sad.
(b) Longing.
(c) Hollow.
(d) Contrived.

3. Why does Troilus not speak out when he hears what Calkas wants in exchange for Antenor?
(a) Because he knows that Criseyde would want that.
(b) Because he is afraid of Calkas.
(c) Because he will honor his kingdom.
(d) Because he must keep his love a secret.

4. Why does Criseyde feel the way that she does about her father?
(a) Because he is a traitor.
(b) Because he cheated on her (Criseyde's) mother.
(c) Because he could ruin her.
(d) Because he is trying to save her.

5. What does Troilus do when he hears Criseyde coming toward him?
(a) He smiles widely.
(b) He mumbles a chant.
(c) He rehearses what he will say.
(d) He says a prayer.

Short Answer Questions

1. Troilus states that Pandarus has never been successful with which of the following?

2. How long does Troilus stay at Sarpedoun's house?

3. Who does Chaucer call on for help in Book II?

4. What does Troilus think he will die from after the trade?

5. What deepens Troilus's anxiety when he returns from Sarpedoun's house?

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