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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Five, At Siena.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Galileo, how many "new" sciences were being introduced?
(a) 3.
(b) 2.
(c) 1.
(d) 5.

2. The book would show observations and theories that went directly against the teachings of which famous man?
(a) Copernicus.
(b) Newton.
(c) Fermi.
(d) Aristotle.

3. One of the things that got the pope in trouble was his view regarding:
(a) Catholic Condemnation.
(b) Pagan Ostracizing.
(c) Protestant Reformation.
(d) Jewish Re-education.

4. What was the name of the town where the friend lived?
(a) Rome.
(b) Acquasparta.
(c) Arcetri.
(d) Arno.

5. In this year, Maria Celeste was once again considered for which high level position at San Matteo?
(a) Prioress.
(b) Novitiate.
(c) Mother Superior.
(d) Mother Abbess.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is it called when a nun is required to stay inside the convent compound at all times?

2. Who assisted Galileo and Maria Celeste in one particular project?

3. One of the Pope's favorite passages of Galileo's work compares good philosophers to which bird?

4. What caused the delay in Galileo's trip to the Vatican?

5. Which Pope approved the Edict of 1616?

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