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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: Chapters 7-10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Alessandra feel about Plautilla after her wedding in Chapter 7?
(a) She is worried for her.
(b) She is happy she's gone.
(c) She misses her.
(d) She doesn't think of Plautilla.

2. In Chapter 4, what does Alessandra work on painting?
(a) The Crucifixion.
(b) The anointing.
(c) The Annunciation.
(d) The last supper.

3. In "Prologue," where does the nun die?
(a) In a hotel.
(b) In church.
(c) On the street.
(d) In the convent.

4. When does Tomaso believe Alessandra should be painted in Chapter 1?
(a) Last.
(b) First.
(c) He thinks she shouldn't be painted.
(d) He doesn't care when she is painted.

5. Who looks for a husband for Alessandra in Chapter 3?
(a) Her mother.
(b) Her father.
(c) Her sister.
(d) Herself.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is traditionally done to nuns after they die?

2. How does Tomaso react to news of Plautilla's pregnancy?

3. Why does Alessandra struggle to paint in Chapter 4?

4. In Chapter 3, how does Alessandra feel about marriage?

5. Why does Alessandra's end the conversation in Chapter 7?

(see the answer key)

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