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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 101-110.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Belbo makes a statement about the subject of most of the manuscripts delivered to him by what group of people?
(a) Fools.
(b) Morons.
(c) Cretins.
(d) Lunatics.

2. What is the name of Casaubon's Milanese neighbor?
(a) Aglie.
(b) Salon.
(c) Lorenza.
(d) Comte.

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

4. What job does Casaubon get in Chapter 37?
(a) He gets a job with a local newspaper.
(b) He works for himself, as a freelance researcher.
(c) He works at the University, as a professor.
(d) He collects and sells archaeological artifacts and rare documents.

5. Where is Casaubon when he runs into his neighbor from Milan?
(a) Pilade's.
(b) Garamond Press.
(c) A German mine.
(d) A magical ritual.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Aglie's response to the group Casaubon adds to the list?

2. How does Casaubon meet Signor Aglie?

3. Why does Casaubon move?

4. What is Salon's profession?

5. What is the main character looking at, in Chapter 1?

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