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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 25-37 (Hesed 25-33, Gevurah 34-37).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The Knights Templar began during what time?
(a) The conversion of Rome to Christianity.
(b) The years following the death of Christ.
(c) The Spanish Inquisition.
(d) The First Crusade.

2. Why does Casaubon have difficulty researching the group that interests him, in Chapter 27?
(a) He has alienated himself from his contacts who are also interested in esoteric lore.
(b) Everyone believes the group exists, but no one will admit that they are a member.
(c) The Church denies the existence of the group.
(d) There is no written evidence of the group's existence.

3. What word does Casaubon finally use to unlock Belbo's computer?
(a) "No."
(b) "YHWH."
(c) "IAVEH."
(d) "Lorenza."

4. What happens to Colonel Ardenti in Chapter 24?
(a) He is publicly ostracized after the publication of his book, and goes mad.
(b) He dies of a heart attack.
(c) He is murdered.
(d) He is taken prisoner by a mysterious group.

5. What was NOT one of the charges brought against the Knights Templar when they were arrested?
(a) Murder.
(b) Blasphemy.
(c) Corruption.
(d) Sodomy.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who or what is Abulafia?

2. What does Aglie say about the members of the group Casaubon is studying?

3. Where is the main character, as the novel opens?

4. Who was the leader of the Knights Templar?

5. What was Casaubon's profession when he met Belbo?

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