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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. With what is the magnificent structure mentioned in number 77 filled?
(a) Grand art and architecture.
(b) Selfish people.
(c) Unhappy citizens.
(d) Ruthless rulers.

2. The first purpose of show is what?
(a) To have fun.
(b) To make life acceptable.
(c) To entertain.
(d) To make a living.

3. Even though individuals could easily practice their religion in their own towns, the lure of what was irresistible for many?
(a) Well-spoken priests.
(b) The spectacle and majesty of visiting this holy city.
(c) The birthplace of Christ.
(d) Other Catholics.

4. In ancient times, travel was _________________.
(a) Boring.
(b) Precarious at best.
(c) Simple.
(d) Easy.

5. What do female visitors believe about Italian men?
(a) They do not like foreign women.
(b) They do not like Italian women.
(c) They do not pay attention to their particular marital status or circumstances.
(d) They are selfish and rude.

6. Why was arrival by sea dangerous?
(a) Because of poorly-made vessels.
(b) Because of rocky shores and limited docking space.
(c) Because of the risk of theft from a ship's captain.
(d) Because of storms, ship's crew mutinies and pirates.

7. Polite lies and flattery are tools of the Italian people in order to do what?
(a) Perpetuate the necessary illusions.
(b) Stay popular.
(c) Earn wealth.
(d) Be happy.

8. Visitors to Italy often return when?
(a) The next week.
(b) The next year.
(c) Decades later.
(d) Never.

9. What decision do some visitors make according to this chapter?
(a) To visit during the winter.
(b) To never return to Italy.
(c) To encourage others to stay away from Italy.
(d) To stay permanently.

10. What is the biggest case of illusion?
(a) The Vatican.
(b) Rome.
(c) Saint Peter's Church in Rome.
(d) Italy as a whole.

11. The second evil spirit is what?
(a) Desire.
(b) Ignorance.
(c) Jealousy.
(d) Hatred.

12. It is believed that there is both Casanova and Cagliostro in who?
(a) Every Italian man.
(b) Every foreign man.
(c) Every wealthy Italian man.
(d) Every man.

13. What drives the tourists to Italy?
(a) Peace and quiet.
(b) Freedom.
(c) Inexpensive retirement.
(d) Some unknown urge.

14. What must be hidden?
(a) All that is ugly and unpleasant.
(b) Signs of wealth.
(c) Foreigners.
(d) Nature's beauty.

15. What is important to these aristocrats?
(a) Perception of prosperity.
(b) Friends.
(c) Family.
(d) Protecting their wealth.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who practically formed the country's landscape over the years?

2. What did this city add to the building facades?

3. Why do Italians cling to illusions such as those exhibited by Casanova and Cagliostro?

4. What kind of behavior do tourists demonstrate?

5. Who is Guiseppe Balsamo?

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