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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scenes XI - XII.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. While waiting for Galileo's inquisition to finish, what does Andrea say he fears would never be completed?
(a) The Star Charts.
(b) The Discorsi.
(c) The Oceanic Maps.
(d) The Galileo Model.

2. What astrological sign does Virgina align with?
(a) Capricorn.
(b) Scorpio.
(c) The Twins.
(d) Virgo.

3. What happens to Virginia at the end of Scene VIII?
(a) She ran after Ludovico.
(b) She faints.
(c) She fell down the stairs.
(d) She hit her father.

4. Who does the Philosopher say is "an authority recognized not only by the entire learning of antiquity, but also by the Holy Fathers of the Church"?
(a) Plato.
(b) Aristotle.
(c) Galileo.
(d) Socrates.

5. Who does the monk say that he has to have permission from before Galileo can see an eye doctor?
(a) The Rector.
(b) Cardinal Bellarmin.
(c) The Pope.
(d) Monsignor Carpula.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Sarti offer to the Grand Duke as his Court is leaving at the end of Scene IV?

2. According to Galileo, who were the ones that were "no longer moved by reason"?

3. What bell rings as Virginia entered her father's room? (Scene III)

4. What do the Duke and his Court attend after leaving Galileo's home?

5. Why does Andrea say that Galileo could not have stayed in the Republic?

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