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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. What caused the delay in Galileo's trip to the Vatican?
(a) Death in the family.
(b) Illness.
(c) Weather.
(d) Financial problems.

2. Which of the following was the main carrier of disease at this time?
(a) Mosquito.
(b) Rat.
(c) Flea.
(d) Dog.

3. How many years did it take Galileo to write that particular work?
(a) 11.
(b) 5.
(c) 7.
(d) 6.

4. How long did Galileo stay in Rome?
(a) 6 weeks.
(b) 3 weeks.
(c) 5 weeks.
(d) 4 weeks.

5. The nuns at the convent rejoiced with the news of Galileo's impending return. Which of the nuns ran to Maria Celeste crying with joy?
(a) Abbess.
(b) Mother Superior.
(c) Lead Suor.
(d) Arcangela.

Short Answer Questions

1. In this year, Maria Celeste was once again considered for which high level position at San Matteo?

2. What word is best used to describe a delay or block in an experiment?

3. What was the occupation of Fra Micanzio?

4. In addition to regular financial aid, Galileo began to work as a ______ at the convent.

5. Galileo was eager to go to Rome to march with which prestigious group?

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