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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 26: Return to Milan - Chapter 33: Conclusion.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In 2009, technicians were able to use infrared imaging techniques in order to expose what hidden piece of Leonardo's first version of Virgin of the Rocks?
(a) Three prophets who had been removed from the final piece.
(b) A second painting under the first.
(c) An underdrawing used to compose the painting.
(d) Three wise men who had been removed from the final piece.

2. The typical human has how many teeth?
(a) 36.
(b) 38.
(c) 24.
(d) 32.

3. In the world of the Renaissance, what did a white ermine represent?
(a) Wrath.
(b) Elegance.
(c) Style.
(d) Purity.

4. How old was Leonardo's father Piero at the time of his death?
(a) 80.
(b) 69.
(c) 78.
(d) 63,

5. Leonardo died in possession of the Mona Lisa how many years after he had begun the painting?
(a) 5.
(b) 16.
(c) 8.
(d) 30.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which famous artist was one of Leonardo's most ardent followers?

2. How many godparents gave witness to Leonardo's birth?

3. Who was pope when Leonardo was born?

4. How old was Leonardo's father Piero when he had a baby with Leonardo's 16-year-old mother?

5. In May of 1504, Isabella gave up on her quest to get Leonardo to paint her portrait, telling him that instead he could paint a portrait for her of what person?

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