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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 50-62 (Gevurah 50-62).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After meeting Aglie, Casaubon begins researching which esoteric group?
(a) Celtic Druids.
(b) Gnostics.
(c) Rosicrucians.
(d) Eastern European witches.

2. Why does Belbo want Casaubon to meet Mr. Garamond, in Chapter 37?
(a) Because Garamond wants information on the Templars, and Belbo couldn't think of anyone better to ask than Casaubon.
(b) Because Belbo wants to give Casaubon a job at Garamond Press.
(c) Because Garamond has information regarding Ardenti's murder.
(d) Because Garamond has information which Belbo thinks Casaubon would find valuable.

3. On his way to the ceremony, Casaubon observes members of what group of people?
(a) Freemasons.
(b) Diabolicals.
(c) Rosicrucians.
(d) Cabbalists.

4. How does Casaubon's relationship with Amparo end?
(a) She goes to stay with friends, and never returns.
(b) Amparo becomes fed up with the amount of time Casaubon spends on his research, and leaves him.
(c) Amparo is murdered.
(d) She cuts off contact with him because she is afraid of the people that are pursuing him because of his research.

5. What is the name of the other publishing company Mr. Garamond runs?
(a) Manutius.
(b) Press de Italia.
(c) Conservatoire des Arts et de Metiers.
(d) Minutiae.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the Hebrew name of God?

2. Belbo claims he is being chased by whom?

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

4. Aglie inquires as to whether Casaubon and Belbo have received any manuscripts regarding what topic?

5. Who is Gudrun?

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