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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the Curator say that Galileo had invented for the city, calling the invention "excellent"?
(a) A telescope.
(b) A water pump.
(c) A drainage system.
(d) A clock.

2. Who, from Amsterdam, wanted Andrea to ask about Galileo's health?
(a) Francico.
(b) Stephen.
(c) Fabricius.
(d) Demetrius.

3. What philosopher does Galileo and Andrea study in regard to objects floating?
(a) Plato.
(b) Machiavelli.
(c) Aristotle.
(d) Socrates.

4. What astrological sign does Ludovico align with?
(a) Aries.
(b) Scorpio.
(c) Cancer.
(d) Leo.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Federzoni say he would rather do if Galileo recanted his teachings?

2. When the "Little Monk" spent time with Galileo, while Galileo was in prison, to whom does Galileo compare his work?

3. Where does Andrea say he is going to go when he leaves Italy to "take up scientific work"?

4. While waiting to hear news of the inquisition, what are the "Little Monk" and Federzoni doing?

5. What does Signor Gaffone give to Virginia, "in mint condition," to give to her father?

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