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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 73-87 (Tiferet 73-87).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens to Amparo during the ritual she attends with Aglie?
(a) She hallucinates.
(b) She is possessed.
(c) She has an allergic reaction to the incense.
(d) She becomes ill, and collapses.

2. What are the origins of the religious ceremonies that exist where Casaubon is living?
(a) Their origins are largely unknown.
(b) They are strictly orthodox Christian traditions.
(c) They are an eclectic mixture of traditions from other cultures.
(d) They are peculiar to that area, and show little resemblance to the traditions of other cultures.

3. Mr. Garamond's other publishing company publishes only what type of authors?
(a) Freelance authors.
(b) Government-sponsored authors.
(c) Contracted authors.
(d) Self-financing authors.

4. According to Salon, followers of which faith are plotting to harness the underground energies?
(a) Judaism.
(b) Buddhism.
(c) Hinduism.
(d) Islam.

5. What is the basic tenet of the idea commonly associated with Agartha?
(a) It asserts that each individual has a different path to enlightenment.
(b) The importance of mystery traditions and an initiation process is emphasized.
(c) It emphasizes the importance of having a healthy body, along with a healthy mind and soul.
(d) It emphasizes harmony over individuality.

Short Answer Questions

1. The owner of the villa allegedly possesses what mysterious items?

2. Why is Casaubon looking for a hiding spot, in Chapter 1?

3. What happened to the leader of the Knights Templar?

4. What Milanese bar do Casaubon and Belbo frequent?

5. What did the other two men present at the meeting call Aglie?

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