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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: Chapters 15-19.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 2, why does Alessandra have problems dancing?
(a) Because no one will dance with her.
(b) Because she is tall.
(c) Because she doesn't know how to dance.
(d) Because she is overweight.

2. What does Mother Superior discover about Sister Lucrezia's body?
(a) She was covered in tumors.
(b) She had a terrible rash.
(c) She was pregnant.
(d) She had a tattoo.

3. Why does Alessandra sneak out of the chapel in Chapter 8?
(a) Because the noise scared her.
(b) Because she doesn't want to talk to the painter anymore.
(c) Because it is late at night.
(d) Because she could be punished.

4. Why does Alessandra's mother promise to stall the search for a husband?
(a) Because Alessandra's sister will be jealous.
(b) Because Alessandra's mother is against her daughter marrying.
(c) Because Alessandra isn't ready to be married.
(d) Because they can't afford a wedding.

5. Why does Alessandra meet with the painter in Chapter 12?
(a) To pose for him.
(b) So he can show her his work.
(c) To talk about the French.
(d) So she can show him her work.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 3, what does Alessandra's mother warn her about her future husband?

2. What does Cristoforo show Alessandra after they are married?

3. Who does Alessandra wait for her father with in Chapter 1?

4. After discussing Plautilla's pregnancy in Chapter 7, what does Tomaso change the subject to?

5. How does Savonarola describe the people of Florence?

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