Galileo's Daughter: A Historical Memoir of Science, Faith, and Love Quiz Questions | Quiz: Part Four, In Care of the Tuscan Embassy, Villa Medici, Rome to Part Five, At Siena

Quiz: Part Four, In Care of the Tuscan Embassy, Villa Medici, Rome to Part Five, At Siena

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

Multiple Choice Questions

Directions: Circle the correct answer.

1. What was the first name of Galileo's father?
a) Francesco.
b) Ricardo.
c) Roberto.
d) Vincenzio.

2. Where did Galileo stay to recuperate after the trial?
a) Trieste.
b) Siena.
c) Arno.
d) Florence.

3. Which of the following was not one of Galileo's avid supporters?
a) Fernando Medici.
b) Francesco Niccolini.
c) Cardinal Barberini.
d) Pope Gregory.

4. How was Cardinal Barberini related to Pope Urban?
a) Nephew.
b) Cousin.
c) Brother.
d) Godson.

5. There was great hope that Galileo's new book would be published in which country?
a) Netherlands.
b) France.
c) England.
d) Germany.

Short Answer Questions

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