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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 17 and 18.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On what day was Santa Maria del Fiore consecrated?
(a) August 31st.
(b) August 30th.
(c) September 1st.
(d) September 2nd.

2. How many people died in the worst Black Death outbreak in Florence?
(a) 15,000.
(b) 12,000.
(c) 14,000.
(d) 13,000.

3. When was the winning design for the wooden chain for the Santa Maria del Fiore chosen?
(a) August, 1426.
(b) August, 1425.
(c) August, 1423.
(d) August, 1424.

4. Who did the city of Florence go to war with in 1424?
(a) Duke of Naples.
(b) Duke of Rome.
(c) Duke of Milan.
(d) Duke of Venice.

5. What word did the author use to describe how the people in Florence feel watching the dome at Santa Maria del Fiore being constructed?
(a) Awed.
(b) Breathtaking.
(c) Thrilled.
(d) Excited.

Short Answer Questions

1. When was the first stone of the lantern at Santa Maria del Fiore consecrated?

2. How long did those participating in the dome designing contest have to complete their proposals?

3. How many religious feasts were held each week in Florence during Filippo's time?

4. What was the meaning of Santa Maria del Fiore?

5. What type of sandstone was used for grindstones in the middle ages?

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