Marco Polo's Life and Travels

Marco Polo, an Italian merchant, travels to China with his father. He explores the country, meets the Emperor, and spends 17 years there. Upon returning to Italy, he finds his hometown at war and is imprisoned. In prison, he shares his experiences with a writer, leading to the creation of 'The Travels of Marco Polo', a book that remains a valuable historical resource.

What was Marco Polo's father's profession?

• A soldier

• A farmer

• A merchant

• A teacher

What was Marco Polo's initial reaction to the distance to China?

• He was excited

• He was tired

• He was indifferent

• He was scared

How did Marco Polo feel upon arriving in China?

• Scared

• Fascinated

• Indifferent

• Disappointed

What did the Emperor of China do when Marco Polo arrived?

• Sent him back to Italy

• Gave him a gift

• Ignored him

• Invited him to the palace

How long did Marco Polo stay in China?

• 5 years

• 20 years

• 10 years

• 17 years

What situation did Marco Polo find upon returning to Italy?

• A famine

• Peaceful times

• A festival

• A war

Who did Marco Polo meet in prison?

• A soldier

• A fellow merchant

• A king

• A writer

What was the outcome of Marco Polo's stories?

• They were forgotten

• They were turned into a play

• They were never shared

• They were turned into a book

What is the title of the book about Marco Polo's travels?

• Marco Polo in China

• The Travels of Marco Polo

• The Adventures of Marco Polo

• Marco Polo's Journey

How does Marco Polo's book help us today?

• It provides entertainment

• It helps us study history

• It teaches us about geography

• It is used in language classes