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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many fixed stars does Galileo tell Sagredo were in the constellation of Orion?
(a) 500 fixed stars.
(b) 5,000 fixed stars.
(c) 700 fixed stars.
(d) 150 fixed stars.

2. What are the dates that Scene XII took place?
(a) 1629-1643.
(b) 1616-1633.
(c) 1633-1642.
(d) 1643-1652.

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

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

5. After the bell rang, who reads Galileo's recant on the street?
(a) The Pope.
(b) The crier.
(c) Federzoni
(d) Andrea.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Scene IV open?

2. While Galileo is in with the inquisition, what is Virginia doing?

3. Where did Scene XI take place?

4. According to the person from the Grand Duke's Palace, what bell will ring when Galileo recants his teachings?

5. According to Galileo, what gives the "Little Monk" the right to say whatever he wishes?

(see the answer key)

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