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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 111-120.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Casaubon eventually choose to hide, in Chapter 1?
(a) In a periscope.
(b) Behind a large, decorative plant.
(c) Under a bench.
(d) In an empty vehicle.

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

3. What does Aglie say about the members of the group Casaubon is studying?
(a) They do not proselytize, and you have to seek them out if you want to join.
(b) No one knows how many there are, because they remain secretive.
(c) There are no true members, only those who think they belong.
(d) Certain men, ageless and enlightened, are the true members of the order.

4. 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.

5. When Casaubon inquires about Aglie in Chapter 112, what response does he receive?
(a) The person looks surprised, and Casaubon leaves.
(b) The person doesn't know who Casaubon is talking about.
(c) The person knows who Aglie is, and tells Casaubon where to find him.
(d) The person gets angry, and refuses to give Casaubon any information.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Casaubon think wrote the parchment?

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

3. According to Salon, what group actually has no involvement in the underground tunnels?

4. What happened to the political radicals in Milan, while Casaubon was away?

5. What does Mr. Garamond name the project he begins in Chapter 43?

(see the answer key)

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