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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through March 22 - April 26.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On the day that convinces Valeria that the director loves her, what does he leave on her desk?
(a) A hawthorn branch.
(b) A rose.
(c) A tulip.
(d) A mimosa branch.

2. What is the "single source of happiness" (26) which Valeria fears losing?
(a) The children.
(b) Tiredness.
(c) Baking.
(d) Her friendships.

3. What is the color of the coat that Valeria wears?
(a) Gray.
(b) Black.
(c) Blue.
(d) Red.

4. What is Riccardo's treatment of Marina like in front of Valeria?
(a) Authoritarian and aggressive.
(b) Gentle and kind.
(c) Timid and quiet.
(d) Anxious to please.

5. When Mirella tells Valeria that she has only one thing on her side in getting married, what is it?
(a) Youth.
(b) Clothes.
(c) A respected name.
(d) A father with a political position.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Riccardo was a child, what did he want to be when he grew up?

2. What did Valeria and Michele tell the children not to tell anyone about during the war?

3. What symptom is accepted as the sign of true illness in the family?

4. Where was Michele when he wrote letters to Valeria during their engagement?

5. On what occasion does Guido walk Valeria to church?

(see the answer key)

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