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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scenes XI - XII.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does the Philosopher say is "an authority recognized not only by the entire learning of antiquity, but also by the Holy Fathers of the Church"?
(a) Aristotle.
(b) Plato.
(c) Galileo.
(d) Socrates.

2. While speaking with the "Little Monk" about his family's life, what animal does Galileo talk about ?
(a) A sea urchin.
(b) A oyster.
(c) A crab.
(d) A scallop.

3. What is Virginia sewing at the opening of Scene VIII?
(a) A trousseau.
(b) Linen napkins.
(c) A dress.
(d) A suit.

4. What does the new Pope, at the opening of Scene VIII, want Galileo to study?
(a) The Earth's rotation.
(b) Sunspots.
(c) The moon.
(d) The stars.

5. According the opening of Scene XII, where is Galileo living?
(a) In a jail cell.
(b) In Venice.
(c) In Virginia's home under lock and key.
(d) In a country house near Florence.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who claims that Galileo would damn him if he (Galileo) would not see him?

2. Where does Scene VII open?

3. When the "Little Monk" spent time with Galileo, while Galileo was in prison, to whom does Galileo compare his work?

4. What are the dates that Scene XII took place?

5. When, according to Galileo, does he "get most inspiration"?

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