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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. What happened to the leader of the Knights Templar?
(a) He repented of his misdeeds, and was pardoned by the King.
(b) He died while being tortured for a confession.
(c) He was burned at the stake.
(d) He escaped persecution, and was never heard from again.

2. How does Casaubon meet Signor Aglie?
(a) Aglie is introduced to Casaubon by a mutual friend.
(b) Aglie is one of Casaubon's professors.
(c) Aglie is friends with Casaubon's girlfriend.
(d) Aglie is a coworker of Casaubon's.

3. Who or what is Abulafia?
(a) Belbo's computer.
(b) Casaubon's girlfriend.
(c) Diotallevi's electronic journal.
(d) A Hebrew code of letters and numbers.

4. What rumors began to circulate about the Knights Templar, as word of their success spread?
(a) They were womanizers and cowards.
(b) They were not religious, but simply wanted glory and riches.
(c) They were homosexuals, who secretly worshiped the devil.
(d) They were a form of secret police loyal to the Roman government.

5. Some claim that the rituals and ideals of the Knights Templar were carried on by what other group?
(a) The Freemasons.
(b) The Crusaders.
(c) The Episcopal Church.
(d) The Quakers.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was NOT one of the charges brought against the Knights Templar when they were arrested?

2. Where does Casaubon eventually choose to hide, in Chapter 1?

3. What saint helped to establish and protect the Knights Templar?

4. What job does Casaubon get in Chapter 37?

5. What does Colonel Ardenti think the Holy Grail might actually be?

(see the answer key)

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